Chinese Soy Sauce Braised Daikon Radish

Steps

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1. 1
   Peel the daikon radish. It is recommended to peel two layers to remove bitterness, especially with radish sourced in the USA.
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2. 2
   Cut the radish into two-thirds-inch-thick rounds, stack them, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
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3. 3
   Trim both ends of the shallot, halve it, peel off the outer layers, and dice finely.
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4. 4
   Crush 5 garlic cloves and mince finely.
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5. 5
   Heat a pot over medium heat and add 1.5 tbsp oil.
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6. 6
   Add the diced garlic and shallot. Optionally, add 1 dried red chili and 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns.
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   Stir for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
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8. 8
   Add 1.5 tbsp soybean paste and stir to combine.
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9. 9
   Drizzle in 3 tbsp soy sauce and keep stirring for about 1 minute.
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10. 10
    Add the daikon pieces and pour in 2.5 cups water or vegetable stock.
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    Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes until the radish is tender.
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    Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with diced cilantro.
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