Senmaizuke（千枚漬け）
What kind of dish is Senmaizuke??
This is a senmaizuke recipe (pickles recipe) that uses readily available daikon radish instead of turnip.
Senmai-zuke is one of Kyoto’s pickles, and is considered one of Kyoto’s three major pickles along with suguki-zuke and shiba-zuke. Kyo-yasai “Shogoin Turnip(聖護院かぶ)” is often used.
Shogoin turnips are one of the largest turnips in Japan, reaching 2 to 5 kg when grown. The season is from early November to early March. It is mainly produced in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture.In addition to senmaizuke, a dish called ”kaburamushi” is also famous. This dish is made by grating Shogoin turnip, mixing it with meringue, pouring it over eel, and steaming it.
It is said that the name comes from the fact that turnips are sliced so thinly that they can be said to be 1,000 pieces. Turnip is hard to come by depending on the season, so I use Japanese radish. Using a slicer makes it easy.
The kombu is soaked together, so it has a little viscosity. It’s not rotten. Traditional Japanese pickles are fermented and can be stored for a long time, but senmaizuke is not fermented. It has a short shelf life, so eat it up within a few days.
It is recommended to eat as a snack with sashimi. Please enjoy the taste of Kyoto in your own home♡*゜
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NUTRITION FACTS of Senmaizuke: Traditional radish pickles
342 kcal Protein 2.1 g Fat 0.6 g Carb 82.0 g Salt Equivalent 10.2 g
INGREDIENTS for Senmaizuke: Traditional radish pickles
- Japanese daikon radish 450g
- Rice vinegar 90g
- Sugar 60g
- Salt 10g
- Kelp 2×6㎝
- Chili pepper moderate amount
Japanese daikon radish is a little spicier than turnip. It also has a slightly harder texture than turnip. For Senmaizuke, use the upper part of the Japanese daikon radish from the middle. The lower the part of the Japanese daikon radish, the less water it contains and the more spicy ingredients it contains.
Grain vinegar is made using multiple ingredients such as rice, corn, wheat, and sake lees. Rice vinegar has a milder acidity than grain vinegar, so we recommend using rice vinegar for senmaizuke. However, considering the cost performance, using grain vinegar is not bad either.
Senmaizuke: Traditional radish pickles COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
- Peel the Japanese daikon radish with a peeler.
- Slice the Japanese daikon radish into 1.3 mm thick slices. (If the daikon radish is large, cut it in half lengthwise.)
- Put the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in a heat-resistant container and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds. This helps the sugar dissolve more easily and mellows the sourness of the vinegar.
- Wipe the surface of the kelp with a paper towel and cut it to the appropriate size.
- Put all the ingredients in a plastic bag, remove the air, and close it.
- Let it sit in the refrigerator overnight.
Another method is to sprinkle salt on the daikon, squeeze out the water, and then soak it in vinegar. The amount of salt used in this case is about 1% of the ingredients.
Kyocera’s ceramic slicer remains sharp even after many years. I use it habitually.
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