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dried shredded daikon; dried radish strips
daikon radish that has been cut into thin strips and sun-dried, a traditional preserved food in Japanese cuisine
切り干し大根を水で戻す。
Rehydrate the dried daikon in water.
切り干し大根の煮物は定番の家庭料理だ。
Simmered dried daikon is a standard home-cooked dish.
切り干し大根には食物繊維が豊富に含まれている。
Dried daikon is rich in dietary fiber.
PREPARATION:
切り干し大根 needs to be rehydrated before cooking, typically for 15-20 minutes in water. The soaking water is often used in cooking for added flavor and nutrients.
COOKING:
Commonly simmered (煮物) with oil, soy sauce, and dashi. Also used in salads and stir-fries after rehydrating.
NUTRITION:
Drying concentrates the nutrients, making it higher in calcium, iron, and fiber than fresh daikon. A traditional winter staple food.