Takuan is one of the cornerstones of Japanese pickling, the cheerful, bright yellow pickled daikon radish found on tables and in lunch boxes across Japan. Supplied here as a whole radish ready to slice, it belongs to the family of tsukemono, the pickles that round out a Japanese meal, and it is instantly recognisable by its sunny colour and its distinctive, satisfying crunch.

Texture is central to its appeal. It is wonderfully crisp and crunchy, holding a firm, juicy bite that contrasts beautifully with soft rice. Its flavour is more complex than its simple looks suggest, a well judged balance of sweet, salty and tangy sour notes that is refreshing and moreish, the kind of pickle that wakes up the palate.

Its classic role is sliced into neat rounds and served as a side with rice at the close of a meal, but its uses run wider. It is tucked into bento boxes, rolled into sushi as takuan maki, scattered through rice bowls and salads, and served as a crunchy, refreshing accent alongside richer dishes. Supplied as a 500g whole radish, it is a versatile, high value staple for any Japanese kitchen.

Why choose Sea House Takuan?

• A Japanese pickling classic. The iconic bright yellow pickled daikon radish.
• A satisfying crunch. Crisp, firm and juicy, a lively contrast to soft rice.
• Complex and balanced. A moreish interplay of sweet, salty and tangy sour notes.
• Versatile at the table. Sliced beside rice, in bento, in takuan maki sushi and through salads.
• Ready to slice. Supplied as a practical 500g whole radish.