Spicy Roasted Daikon “French Fry” Recipe

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 475°F, and adjust a rack to the center.

Step 2

Cut the Daikon into sections approximately 3-inches long, then cut about ¼-inch slices off the side of each one, to make a base. Stand the sections on their bases, and cut them, vertically into slices about ¼-inch thick. Stand these slices on top of each other, and then cut them into sticks about ¼-inch thick. Add all of the Daikon slices to a baking sheet and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the oil, chili paste, Tamari or soy sauce, ginger, sugar and salt.

Step 4

Drizzle this over the Daikon slices and then use your hands to toss them until they're all evenly coated and in a single layer.

Step 5

Place the baking sheet in the preheated 475°F oven and roast until they are golden brown on all sides, about 30 minutes. (You should gently toss/flip them about halfway through the cooking time.)

Step 6

Add a double layer of paper towels to another baking sheet, and when the fries are done, add them on top of the towels to drain and cool.

Step 7

Serve!