Vietnamese Quick Pickled Carrots and Daikon

rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is often less expensive and has a similar acidity.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar can be a more affordable sweetener.

daikon radish

💰Cheaper: regular radish

Regular radish is more accessible and cheaper.

red chili

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Red pepper flakes are often cheaper and still provide heat.

Peel and julienne the carrots and daikon radish into thin strips.

In a bowl, combine water, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt; stir until dissolved.

Add minced garlic and sliced red chili to the vinegar mixture.

Place the julienned carrots and daikon in a clean jar or container.

Pour the vinegar mixture over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged.

Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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