Crispy and Sweet-Tangy Pickled Radish for Fried Chicken
Recipe for Perfect Chicken Pickles (Chikinmu) to Pair with Homemade Fried Chicken
After getting an air fryer, I realized that fried foods truly are best when deep-fried in oil. I plan to share my homemade fried chicken recipe soon, but first, I wanted to introduce the perfect accompaniment: homemade chicken pickles! These pickles cut through the richness of fried dishes and their satisfying crunch makes them impossible to resist. They’re incredibly simple to make – just prepare the radish and let it soak in a sweet and tangy vinegar brine. Ready to make them together?
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized daikon radish
Brine Ingredients
- 1 cup water (200ml)
- 1 cup vinegar (200ml)
- 1 cup sugar (200ml)
- 1/2 Tbsp salt
- 2 pieces kombu (approx. 5cm x 5cm)
- 1 cup water (200ml)
- 1 cup vinegar (200ml)
- 1 cup sugar (200ml)
- 1/2 Tbsp salt
- 2 pieces kombu (approx. 5cm x 5cm)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Let’s start by making the sweet and tangy brine. In a pot, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup vinegar, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 tablespoon salt, and 2 pieces of kombu. Bring it to a gentle boil, then turn off the heat and let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Remove the kombu before proceeding.
Step 2
2. While the brine is cooling, we’ll prepare the radish. First, wash the radish and peel its skin using a peeler. Then, cut it into bite-sized cubes, about 1 to 1.5 cm in size.
Step 3
3. Place the cut radish into a spacious airtight container or food storage box. Pour the cooled brine over the radish, ensuring it’s fully submerged. Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for at least half a day (over 6 hours) to allow it to pickle and develop flavor. The longer it sits, the deeper the taste.
Step 4
4. Serving the pickles with some of their brine makes them even more appealing and delicious. See how simple it is to make these chicken pickles? They’re a wonderful side dish that effectively cuts through greasiness.
Step 5
The satisfying crunch and the refreshing sweet-tangy flavor really cut through the richness of freshly fried chicken. I’ll be back soon with that fried chicken recipe, so stay tuned! Doesn’t looking at these crunchy, sweet-tangy pickles make you crave chicken? We’re always working to bring you more delicious recipes to enrich your dining table. Enjoy your meal today! 🙂
