Radish /Daikon /Sada Mulo

65. Radish/Daikon (Sada Mulo)

About

Daikon is an unusual type of white, winter radish that grows primarily in Southeast and East Asia. It is characterized by large, rapidly growing leaves and a long, white root. It is technically considered a cruciferous vegetable and, therefore, has many of the same benefits in its leaves. It is also praised for the nutrient content of its root, which is commonly pickled and eaten as a vegetable in Japan, China, and other Asian countries as a part of their cuisine. It is also thin-skinned, juicy-fleshed, edible, spicy tasting root vegetable.

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Nutritions

Radishes are a natural cleansing agent for the digestive system, It helps relieve bloating, indigestion, and symptoms of piles. It has the ability to decrease excess body heat and also it helps fight cold, soothe sore throats and prevent viral infections. It helps relieve bloating, indigestion, and symptoms of piles. It is also helpful in jaundice treatment. It is helpful in preventing and fighting urinary tract or bladder infections. It is composed of indigestible carbohydrates or insoluble dietary fiber, which is very fine for digestive tract. It is a fine source of Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and Minerals, like Potassium, copper, Magnesium, Iron and Phosphorus, Calcium. 
 

Uses

It is usually eaten raw in salads and also can used in soups, stir-fries and added to cooked dishes, or steamed and served as a whole vegetable. It can be used in sambar. Daikon is also commonly used in diced form as an ingredient in soups, salads, curries, rice dishes, and various condiments, while the leaves are often consumed as a typical green salad vegetable. The juice is most commonly marketed as a healthy beverage for a wide range of conditions.