A root plant that has many names - Japanese radish, Chinese radish, bailobo - and belongs to the cabbage family, is popularly known as daikon. The benefits and harms of the product, depending on the field of application, are evaluated differently. But in most cases, this root crop will give good he alth to those who will eat it regularly, although there are some contraindications.
Daikon Product Brief
This product is from East Asia. It was here that the first wild-growing daikons appeared. The main distinguishing features of this root crop:
- pleasant taste is ensured by the absence of mustard oil in the composition, unlike ordinary radish;
- peculiar fragrance;
- low calorie;
- unique mineral composition.
If translated from Japanese "daikon", then this wordmeans "big root". In Russian literature, there are such names for this product as "muli", "sweet radish" or "white radish".
Daikon has a high yield: several crops can be harvested throughout the year. This is due to the vegetative mode of reproduction. Daikon grows up to 60 cm (sometimes more) in length, and sometimes weighs more than a kilogram.
Nutritional value of the product
Multiple useful substances and trace elements are present in a product such as daikon. The benefits and harms, their ratio are determined precisely by its nutritional composition. White radish contains the following ingredients, which are primarily valued by nutritionists:
- vitamins: C, beta-carotene, group B;
- minerals (calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper, sodium, iodine, selenium, chromium, phosphorus, iron);
- protein and protein compounds - lysozyme, characterized by antiseptic properties;
- phytoncides - have an antimicrobial effect, increase the body's resistance to various types of harmful fungi and bacteria, infectious diseases;
- antioxidants - are indispensable in the fight against a disease such as atherosclerosis (they also cleanse the body's vessels of cholesterol, make them more elastic);
- fiber - helps to cleanse the body of a variety of contaminants and toxins;
- isojordanic acid and ether prevent the development of cancer;
- Daikon's lack of fat makes it ideal for people on a variety of diets.
B100 gr. This root vegetable contains only 21 calories. Therefore, daikon is perfect as a staple on fasting days.
Using daikon
This root crop is widely used in cooking. The mild taste and pleasant peculiar aroma make it a versatile vegetable compared to its radish and radish relatives. Russian cuisine prefers mainly only daikon salads. And in Japan, for example, there are many more recipes from this product: pies stuffed with this vegetable, kimchi (sour (s alted) daikon for the winter in fragrant hot spices). Soup from this root crop is also popular here. It is served with meat, fish, stewed with seafood.
Daikon has also found its use in dietetics. The he alth benefits and harms, their ratio, of course, is determined by the doctor, taking into account the individual characteristics of each organism. The daikon diet is prescribed strictly by a doctor, since this vegetable has a number of contraindications.
In alternative medicine, this root crop is also actively used. Its composition has a beneficial effect on human he alth:
- cleanses the liver and kidneys, removes stones and dissolves sand;
- actively fights respiratory and other infectious diseases;
- accelerates wound healing;
- helps clear skin from acne;
- prevents the development of cancer in the body;
- eliminates hangover symptoms;
- increases appetite;
- activates workdigestive system.
Daikon: benefits and harms, recipes
In Japan or China, there are many ways to cook daikon. The benefits and harms, given the composition of this root crop, are obvious, so it would be good for every housewife to have several recipes from this vegetable in reserve.
It should be noted that daikon is delicious in any form. It is eaten raw (salads), stewed with other vegetables, baked, boiled, fried. But still, it is better to use this root crop without subjecting it to heat treatment, since a high degree destroys vitamin C that is useful for the body.
White radish and carrot salad recipe
Thinly cut daikon and carrots (same stripes), season with special sauce. To prepare it, you need to take 15 ml of vinegar (rice), 5 ml of oil (sesame), 5 ml of sauce (soy) and a pinch of sugar. Mix everything thoroughly and season the salad with this mixture. The salad needs to be infused for several hours in the refrigerator.
Daikon and meat salad
Cut the boiled meat into thin strips. Grate raw daikon on a large grater. Eggs and onions cut into small cubes. Dress salad with sour cream or mayonnaise.
Daikon: benefits and harms, terms of cleaning and storage
This root crop is very useful, despite some contraindications. And even in such cases, doctors recommend using daikon, but together with other products. For example, dilute its juice with water so that it does notwas so saturated, and then you can use such a drink for people with problems of the digestive system. Since the harm of the vegetable is so insignificant, this root crop is very popular among the population.
Daikon has the following advantages:
- unpretentious when growing;
- has a delicate peculiar taste and aroma;
- long stored;
- helps to get rid of many ailments.
The daikon is grown in the same way as the common radish. Harvesting is carried out approximately 80 days after it was planted in the ground. It is necessary to store the root crop in tightly closed boxes with sand.
This vegetable can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 4 weeks.
Contraindications to the use of daikon
Not all people can eat a vegetable like daikon. The benefits and harms of it, based on the composition, are obvious, but there are still some contraindications to the use of such a root crop:
- problems with the gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, ulcers and other diseases), since the organic acids contained in daikon cause stomach irritation and flatulence;
- kidney disease;
- gout.
For a variety of daily diet, a vegetable such as daikon is perfect, the benefits and harms of which are obvious: the presence of a large amount of nutrients and a minimal list of contraindications. This root crop is an excellent tool for maintaining the he alth of the body!
