Daikon Radish (3-4 lb)

Daikon Radish is a root vegetable that looks like a large white carrot. It has a cool vegetal flavor that is mild and sweet in the winter and peppery and spicy in the summer. It is a popular vegetable in Asian cuisine, where it is used in braises, soups, pickles, and eaten raw. When cooked for an extended period of time, the spiciness of daikon mellows into a gentle sweetness.