Daikon Greens

Ingredients

Diakon greens (more commonly spelled daikon greens, or daikon leaves) are the leafy tops of the daikon radish plant (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus). They have broad, deeply lobed leaves with a mildly peppery, mustard-like taste that is less sharp than most other radish greens.

Common in East Asian cooking, daikon greens go into Japanese soups, stir-fries, and miso soup; Korean cooking uses them ('mu-nip') in kimchi and stir-fries; Chinese cooking ('luobo cai') adds them to soups and vegetable side dishes. They're a good source of vitamins A, C, and K.

Look for bright green, crisp leaves without wilting, use within a few days, and trim tough stems before cooking. They can be eaten raw in salads, sautéed, steamed, added to soups and stir-fries, or pickled; they pair well with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.