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Radishes (red radishes)

rábano / radis / radish

Flavor and role
A small, red-skinned radish that is crisp with a peppery bite. Usually sliced thin and served raw.
Typical dishes and uses
Pozole garnish, taco side, radishes with butter, salads
Substitutes
Use the same amount of thinly sliced daikon or kohlrabi (less peppery).
Storage
Remove leaves, wrap in damp kitchen paper and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 weeks.
Main countries
Mexico · France · United States
Used in this book
Pozole RojoBaechu Kimchi (Napa Cabbage Kimchi)Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng (Grilled Pork Bánh Mì)Bún Chả (Hanoi Grilled Pork with Rice Noodles)Cơm Tấm Sườn Nướng (Broken Rice with Grilled Pork Chop)FattoushGalbi-jjim (Braised Beef Short Ribs)Mul-naengmyeon (Cold Buckwheat Noodles in Icy Beef Broth)Shabu-ShabuSinigang na Baboy (Pork Tamarind Sour Soup)Smørrebrød: Potato and Egg & ShrimpTamagoyaki (Japanese Rolled Omelette)Tempura (Shrimp and Vegetable)Anchovy-Stock Pear Gimjang KimchiCrackling Roast Pork Bánh Mì (Bánh Mì Heo Quay)Bulgogi Kimchi Bánh MìBánh Mì Rice BowlDolsot Bibimbap with Crispy Rice and Beef GochujangShort Rib and Shank Quesabirria TacosSpiced Bossam with Sweet-Spicy RadishKorean Haemul-tang Bouillabaisse with Gochujang RouilleGochujang Buffalo WingsCharcoal Bún Chả with Homemade Caramel and Crispy ShallotsCarne Asada Nachos with Fire-Charred SalsaCharcoal Cơm Tấm Sườn Chả with Steamed Egg MeatloafCơm Tấm Tacos with Lemongrass Pork and Scallion OilCơm Tấm Rice BurgerFalafel Banh Mi with Quick Pickles and Sriracha Tahini MayoBaked Falafel Crunch BowlRestaurant-style fattoush with za'atar pita crisps and pomegranateMexican-style fattoush with tortilla crisps and avocadoLabneh fattoush toastSeared Royal-Court Galbi-jjimMiso Tomato MinestronePyongyang-Style Mul-naengmyeon with Brisket and ShankBibim-naengmyeon GimbapPozole Rojo Especial (Bone-In Broth and Chile de Árbol Salsa)Gochujang Chicken Pozole (Korean-Mexican)Pozole Quesatacos with Red Consommé DipDashi Shabu-Shabu with Homemade Ponzu and Egg ZosuiClear-Broth Pork Rib Sinigang with Fresh Tamarind ExtractSinigang Ramen with Seared Pork BellyCrunchy Rye Smørrebrød Bowl with Jammy EggsKyoto-Style Dashimaki TamagoEdomae-Style Tempura with Matcha SaltRestaurant-Style Thieboudienne with Fish Stock and Nététou

Updated 2026-10-10