Red Radish, 500 g

Red Radish is a crunchy root vegetable with a distinct peppery flavor. It’s commonly used in salads, pickles, and cooked dishes across various cuisines. Known for its bright red skin and crisp white interior, red radish adds a refreshing, zesty bite to both raw and cooked dishes.

Nutritional Value of Red Radish (per 100g):

• Calories: 16 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 3.4g
• Fiber: 1.6g
• Protein: 0.7g
• Fat: 0.1g
• Vitamin C: 15 mg
• Potassium: 233 mg
• Calcium: 25 mg
• Iron: 0.3 mg
• Water Content: Approximately 95%

Health Benefits of Red Radish:

1. Rich in Vitamin C: Boosts immunity and skin health.
2. Digestive Health: High fiber content supports digestion.
3. Antioxidant Properties: Contains anthocyanins, which may support heart health.
4. Hydrating and Low-Calorie: Ideal for weight management and hydration.
5. Liver Health: Traditionally used for its potential to help detoxify the liver.

How to Eat Red Radish:

Red radish can be enjoyed raw in salads, sliced as a garnish, or cooked in stir-fries, curries, and pickles. It can be eaten with salt and lemon as a snack or used to add crunch and spice to cooked dishes.

Indian Recipes Using Red Radish

1. Mooli Paratha (Radish-Stuffed Flatbread)

• Ingredients:
  • Grated red radish - 1 cup
  • Whole wheat flour - 2 cups
  • Green chili - 1, chopped
  • Carom seeds - 1/4 tsp
  • Salt - to taste
  • Ghee or oil - for frying
• Method:
  1. Squeeze excess water from the radish and mix with salt and green chili.
  2. Knead the flour with water and make small dough balls.
  3. Roll the dough, place radish filling, and seal it.
  4. Roll into a paratha and cook on a hot griddle with ghee or oil until golden.

2. Red Radish Sabzi (Dry Stir-Fry)

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 2 cups, diced
  • Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
  • Red chili powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Salt - to taste
  • Oil - 1 tbsp
• Method:
  1. Heat oil, add mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
  2. Add radish, turmeric, and chili powder; stir-fry until tender.
  3. Season with salt and serve.

3. Radish Raita (Yogurt Dip)

• Ingredients:
  • Grated red radish - 1/2 cup
  • Yogurt - 1 cup
  • Salt - to taste
  • Roasted cumin powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Coriander leaves - for garnish
• Method:
  1. Mix grated radish with yogurt, salt, and cumin powder.
  2. Garnish with coriander and serve chilled.

4. Radish Curry (South Indian Style)

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 1 cup, diced
  • Coconut - 1/2 cup, grated
  • Green chili - 2
  • Curry leaves - a few
  • Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
  • Oil - 1 tbsp
  • Salt - to taste
• Method:
  1. Grind coconut and green chili into a paste.
  2. Heat oil, add mustard seeds and curry leaves.
  3. Add radish, salt, and coconut paste, and cook until tender.

5. Radish and Moong Dal Curry

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 1 cup, diced
  • Moong dal - 1/2 cup, soaked
  • Onion - 1, chopped
  • Tomato - 1, chopped
  • Turmeric - 1/4 tsp
  • Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp
  • Oil - 1 tbsp
  • Salt - to taste
• Method:
  1. Sauté cumin and onion in oil, then add tomato and turmeric.
  2. Add radish and moong dal, along with water, and cook until dal is soft.
  3. Season with salt and garnish with coriander.

Non-Indian Recipes Using Red Radish

1. Radish and Avocado Salad

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 1 cup, sliced
  • Avocado - 1, diced
  • Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
  • Olive oil - 1 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper - to taste
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) - for garnish
• Method:
  1. Toss radish and avocado with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.

2. Radish Chips

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 2 cups, sliced thin
  • Olive oil - 1 tbsp
  • Salt - to taste
  • Paprika - 1/4 tsp
• Method:
  1. Toss radish slices with olive oil, salt, and paprika.
  2. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until crisp.

3. Creamy Radish Soup

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 2 cups, chopped
  • Onion - 1, chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Vegetable broth - 3 cups
  • Olive oil - 1 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper - to taste
• Method:
  1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
  2. Add radish and broth, simmer for 15 minutes, then blend until smooth.

4. Pickled Radishes

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 1 cup, sliced thin
  • White vinegar - 1/2 cup
  • Water - 1/2 cup
  • Sugar - 1 tbsp
  • Salt - 1 tsp
• Method:
  1. Boil vinegar, water, sugar, and salt.
  2. Pour over radish slices, cool, and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

5. Radish and Carrot Slaw

• Ingredients:
  • Red radish - 1 cup, julienned
  • Carrot - 1, julienned
  • Cabbage - 1 cup, shredded
  • Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
  • Olive oil - 1 tbsp
  • Salt and pepper - to taste
• Method:
  1. Toss radish, carrot, and cabbage with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Serve as a refreshing side or topping.

These recipes highlight the versatility of red radish in various cuisines. Let me know if you'd like more details on a specific recipe!