Shogoin daikon is one of Kyoto's representative traditional vegetables, said to have originated in the Shogoin area of Kyoto in the late Edo period. The large, round roots are full of moisture, soft yet resistant to falling apart when cooked, and have a subtle sweetness.

Due to its fine-grained flesh, drying it gives it a plump, springy texture. In addition, as the moisture is removed, the umami condenses, adding richness to its subtle, elegant sweetness. The taste is quite different from fresh daikon.

■ Made with Shogoin daikon, a traditional Kyoto vegetable
■ Thickly cut for a plump, springy texture
■ Great for stews or adding to noodles
■ Using it in kiriboshi daikon (dried daikon) adds a unique touch.

How to Use Dried Shogoin Daikon

Besides soups and miso soup, it pairs well with bacon, so we recommend simmering it together in consommé. It's also great pickled in honey. You can enjoy the finished daikon syrup mixed with soda or hot water.

How to rehydrate dried Shogoin daikon

■ Also recommended to use in sweets when pickled in honey
■ Its thick texture makes it perfect for ingredients in miso soup and more

Daikon pickled in honey: I remember as a child, whenever I had a sore throat or felt a cold coming on, I would always drink "honey daikon" with hot water. We've recreated that with dried Shogoin daikon. Recipe here

Shogoin Daikon Harihari-zuke: We also recommend making a quick harihari-zuke style pickle to enjoy with onigiri. Recipe here

Product Overview: Dried Shogoin Daikon

Ingredients: Shogoin daikon (from Kyoto Prefecture)

Producer: Echie Nosan: Aims for environmentally and people-friendly agriculture, cultivating crops using homemade compost.

Net Content:

• 20g: For a trial
• 20g x 2 bags: For gifting to friends
• Large capacity pack 80g: For repeat customers
• 200g (simple packaging): For those who cook daily
• 500g (simple packaging): For restaurants, or individuals for large consumption

Country of Origin: Kyoto, Kyotango

Best Before: 180 days from manufacturing date

How to enjoy: Recommended for use in dishes after rehydration or in stews.

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