"Gunpowder" Roasted Radishes with Creamy Raita Sauce

Roasted radishes are a wonderful low carb substitution for potatoes. The texture is very similar and their peppery taste mellows significantly when roasted. Best of all, the carb count is a fraction of potatoes at only 4g net carbs per half pound.
In this video, I season the radishes with "gunpowder", an Indian spice blend, and serve them with raita, an Indian cream sauce. The result is a spicy, tangy, creamy, and delicious side dish that you can use when you have a craving for potatoes.
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[@agobelle]

Daikon Radishes would be amazing for this. One of them give you a TON of slices and easy to wrangle with a mandolin before boiling. I use the a lot for scalloped faux-tato recipes.

[@vivilam4842]

Was about to ask if we could substitute with daikon! Thanks Alyssa

[@willettmary889]

For whatever reason grocery stores in my area don't sell them...they don't sell anything that might be a bit different....so annoying

[@identityrefused486]

@@willettmary889 same, that's rural AZ for ya, in my case

[@wombat9199]

daikon is amazing for this! wish it didn't aggravate my ibs

[@RRW_HomeGrown.Keto.Cookin]

Crazy, they even look like little red potatoes. ❤ Probably my most missed food... I've just been air frying my radishes, then popping them into my dutch oven with a pot roast (with a Carrot cut into coins, & a couple of Pepperoncini). Hits the comfort food spot.

[@pattiburkhart4416]

Great idea!!

[@kateblack6406]

Radishes are so under-utilised and so under-rated! We grow loads but no one really likes them raw here. We roast loads and pickle the rest, they have a lovely unique flavour I add to seaweed wraps and hot-sour soup

[@joycestone7826]

I discovered the beauty of roasted radishes when I ended up with 5 bags of radishes in my CSA share...by accident I think. I was looking for any way to use them and ended up roasting them all.....oh my goodness! Gotta try this one.

[@vernaromans5225]

Turnips are an awesome substitute for potatoes also.

[@katiesimmons240]

My husband is smoking ribs on Saturday. (even though winter has seemed to return) I am totally making these as our side!!!! Thanks, Steve! We find your videos entertaining and so helpful!

[@JulieMelberg]

Great idea! I need to up my ideas for radishes. Another game changer!

[@jo-annbaronedraime1299]

I love this idea! I have also stir-fried radishes in my skillet with cauliflower rice for added color. Now for a Southern Style recipe... Corned Beef Hash with diced radishes instead of potatoes! This is very tasty, just don't add salt. The meat has enough. It makes a great substitute for hash browns as well... Add onions and garlic, then sautéed.

[@SeriousKeto]

I’ve done a video on corned beef hash already. 😉

[@4UStevePerry]

I fried sliced radishes with peppers and onions and garlic powder s & p delicious!

[@sgshah2010]

I am Indian and that is the best looking raita recipe I’ve ever seen. Green onions? You are blowing my mind! Thank you for being so versatile and consistently amazing! I loved seeing Terry try them too, she’s always so sweet!

[@SeriousKeto]

Thank you.

[@joeindyjoeindy3078]

Can't wait to try these! I was literally just contemplating what to do with some radishes I needed to use up. Ty for sharing!!!

[@cherylmccann6641]

Anxious to try this recipe. I’ve used daikon, which is winter radish, in place of potatoes to make scalloped “potatoes” but I’ve never tried cooking regular radishes. The sauce looks yummy. Thanks for sharing.

[@sabrinapittsley2304]

I use radishes to use as potatoe substitute in pot roasts. This looks delicious.

[@liap1293]

I just saw a Coke ad on your keto channel. Too funny! Coke REALLY doesn't know their audience.

[@SeriousKeto]

Clearly... 😄

[@SCOTTBULGRIN]

I couldn't lose a single ounce of fat with these recipes because I would eat them all in one fell swoop!😂

[@aeomoon8869]

Can’t wait to try this. Thanks Steve.

[@deborahgrogan1919]

Appreciate the additional uses for the seasoning blend plus the sauce. Thanks Steve!!

[@cynthiaanderson14]

Sounds like a new comfort food. Thank you!

[@jeanniemainzer8551]

I love radishes and this looks amazing. I use radishes in place of potatoes in my keto stew.

[@carolrenteria2045]

Looks like a fantastic recipe. I think I will fry the smashed radishes rather than baking them to brown them. The Raita sauce sounds delicious. I will try both. Thanks for sharing your recipes!

[@bluecollarcook]

Oh yeah! I am trying this soon. Thanks

[@LiseBarrett]

Such a great recipe! Use parchment paper instead of aluminum foil for ease of flipping and nice crispy texture 💜🙏💜

[@SeriousKeto]

Parchment paper starts to burn at 420F. I don’t think it would hold up well for 45 minutes at 475F.

[@alansawesomeketoworld4612]

I am not a Rashid fan but you make it look great so good I want to try and make it

[@mojoredbeakgr8mojo]

I can’t wait to get back home to give these a try

[@samanthawest2401]

Definitely interested in seeing the parm recipe! These are finally going to get me to try radishes!

[@paulamills5685]

Another winner! Love your use of spices. I like grounding my own spices too. Can’t compare the flavour.

[@22qcat]

I miss potatoes, so I’m trying this one! Wasn’t familiar with the “gunpowder” part of your recipe, but it sounds wonderful. 👍🏻

[@kathleenreyes4345]

Looks good!!!

[@myramyraUSA]

So far, I have only air fried radishes, but this looks much better. With the Indian spices it’s definitely something I’ll try. Thank you!

[@dr.evelynsharp2351]

That looks delicious!! Next grocery trip!! Which might have to be today.

[@fbwguy]

Excellent can’t wait to try, we have a garden full of radishes

[@SeriousKeto]

I love it when a plan comes together. 😉

[@lindaphillips4956]

Thank you for all your amazing recipes. I can’t wait to try this one.

[@MrCharlesEldredge]

I made this recipe and the sauce and I wasn't too impressed with it. I didn't really get a good crisp. It was a fair amount of work for a small amount of food. But in all fairness I have to say that these flavors are not a favorite flavor profile of mine generally....so that is naturally going to affect how much I enjoyed the flavors, It just looked so good when you made it I was inspired to make it.

[@mpoharper]

Radishes are great. I put them in my keto stew.

[@LastEarBender]

that looks fantastic - thanks for this one!

[@-.Steven]

Wow! I can tell this is something I'll be making! In fact, I'm going to check my garden seeds for radish seeds, I'll plant my own 😋 Oh, and I just might add twice the amount of coriander, I can't get enough coriander....or enough cow bell. I gotta have more cow bell!

[@kmiller774]

Don't know if it's already been said, but removing some or all of the seeds from the pepper will keep the flavor while lowering the spiciness.

[@kentkoontz9305]

Try using Daikon Radishes too (Big Asian Radish) no smashing but I'm going to try your spice blend and raita sauce...Thanks

[@sblakeish]

Hi: thanks for sharing. Those look amazing.. Steve your sun tan 👍

[@bigfan7330]

After reading all the comments, I did not see anything regarding the texture. I have made radishes a couple of times, but never could get them soft like potatoes. Do they get tender by following your recipe?

[@SeriousKeto]

Yes

[@kimberlykomertz8339]

I enjoy the real food cooking videos more than keto sampling the products

[@SeriousKeto]

They also take about 10x as much time to make. 😉

[@kimberlykomertz8339]

@@SeriousKeto I was just wondering if you think they could cooked in the air fryer?

[@markstuart6935]

Hi Steve…enjoyed this video and had success! Changed a few things with the sauce…have you tried potato salad boiling the radishes like you did here? We make it all the time…make your salad like you used to substituting the radishes…we love surprising non-Keto people with this…like little new potatoes…as always we love your videos!

[@SeriousKeto]

I have. Very yummy

[@suethompson2969]

They look delicious!!! Do you think parchment paper would work, instead of foil, as far as crispiness goes??

[@SeriousKeto]

Parchment paper starts to burn at 420F. I think 45 minutes at 475F would be a bad idea.

[@ccass7329]

Raita is more of a very thin super salty buttermilk liquid served as a side. You made more of a Chutney, which is sometimes thicker and used as a dipping sauce.

[@SeriousKeto]

I've seen dozens of different recipes with wildly varying ingredients and textures.

[@3eeee478]

Can I air fry the radsishes in the Ninja?

[@Anna-ss4sf]

Why not use baker’s parchment instead of foil

[@SeriousKeto]

Parchment paper is typically not recommended for temperatures over 420F, as it will burn.

[@9929kingfish]

Try roasting the seeds for a 2 minutes or so in a dry pan and then grind them. This will enhance the flavor even more

[@tpcdelisle]

You are exactly right. 👍😊

[@jbeargrr]

I just got around to trying this, last night. I was tired and didn't make sauce, or even do much seasoning. I sprayed them with olive oil, and just added salt and pepper. They are so good! Even with my minimal version. I'll be trying other versions, too, these are delicious. They really tasted a lot like potatoes. Very satisfying.

[@jociaszamora2267]

Such a unique recipe! I can’t wait to try it, Steve. Thanks for keeping the keto cuisine interesting

[@MarkLowCarb]

Great video Steve. Will definitely try. A nice alternative to celeriac (not sure of Google translate on the French-named legume "céleri-rave") or large turnips. We actually have some greasy spoons that have started making Poutine with turnip french fries, it's actually good.

[@SeriousKeto]

I could totally go for some Poutine. Just need to keto-fy it. 🙂

[@starfire8221]

Oh I will have to try the poutine… yes!

[@tweedjohnny8740]

I'm definitely going to try this Steve. I love radishes The gun powder dip is a brilliant idea for many seasoning choices. 😊

[@MikeWoodTruss]

Welcome to Barefoot Keto. ;)

[@MikeWoodTruss]

Seriously though great recipes. I have always loved raita since pre keto. Once in a while I go to an all you can eat Indian Buffet for lunch and load up on Tandori Chicken, assorted curry, and some raita. I love Indian food. I miss the rice, but I can avoid it.

[@deedubois5740]

Made them Saturday night! First time radish taster and was amazed! Thanks for widening my palate!

[@flyrod54]

Lay down chopsticks and put the radishes between them and smash. This will smash with the cup this will keep them all the same thickness and will roast even and equal crispness. Dikon will not brown because it doesnt have the surface area of a smash radish. Thanks for the video.

[@EK--ry3lr]

Looks tasty. Spotted the new ink too 😂. Thanks for posting.

[@transformation2479]

Yeah baby, bring on the Italian version!

[@TheLukemcdaniel]

You might get the browning back by heating the pan and foil in the oven while it's on preheat, then putting the radishes in.

[@nathanklein4538]

This is great one addition. I used duck fat spray and it made it so rich!

[@SeriousKeto]

nice

[@deborahmac1997]

Love these flavors. I'm going to try leaving the radishes whole or just cut them in half, toss them in the seasoned butter and then roast them in the oven until tender and the outside is crisp. Of course I'm making the riata too! Thank you for this fantastic inspiration ❤

[@kathysunshine699]

Fun fact you can dye paper with the radish water🎉… (simmer the water content down for a darker color)

[@SeriousKeto]

#funfact

[@janetsacher8557]

Mayonnaise works when replacing cream cheese - wondering if it will work for the yogurt. I am going to try it that way for a dairy free version. Looks wonderful - can't wait to try.

[@hughscott6108]

This sounds really good. I have used radish cut into coins in Stroganoff to replace noodles. I have also cut them up like rice to make a coconut curry shrimp soup.

[@SeriousKeto]

yum

[@pattiburkhart4416]

Great ideas

[@brendashope1558]

Oh yumma, this is a great recipe! I love how adaptable it is too. Thanks Steve!

[@nanasturtlejustme9758]

Please do a turnip potato salad... it does taste just like potatoes. Dice and cook turnips well done and drain. Cut up boiled eggs, onions, celery and add celery seed. Make a sweet dressing with mayo, splash of vinegar, sweetener of choice... I use Stevia and some heavy whipping cream... add dressing to all of above! You will think you are eating carb loaded potatoes! I've made it twice recently... you won't regret it! Radishes retain too much water for me to get the mouth feel of potatoes.... but turnips satisfied my mouth feel with my faux potato salad recipe.. hope you try it! 🙂

[@shdwbnndbyyt]

Gunpowder, made with charcoal, sulpher and saltpeter (generally potassium nitrate). Charcoal... so they must be charred well the way my late brother liked his steaks-- Pittsburgh style... sulphury -- my well water is already that, so I doubt I would notice... and saltpeter -- no thank you, I do not need my lidibo reduced any more.

[@KetoCookbooksCorner]

*I'm definitely going to give this one a try. Thank you Steve for sharing* 😊

[@mrscms831]

Im goin' out now looking for radishes! Thanks Steve. I have also just watched your radish puff recipe, and those look amazing.,

[@tims3846]

This sounds and looks great! Kind of Surprisingly, never thought of this because I use turnips for mock mashed potatoes!

[@purplekat9685]

Another great job, Steve!😃👍 Have a blessed weekend 💜 🙏 ✌️ 🌞 💐 🎶

[@christinerakela1306]

Another GREAT video!! So different, can't wait to try it! Thank you for all you do.

[@esther.f.g]

Thank you for sharing your creativity with us, excellent idea

[@vikkitee4686]

I've heard that the smoke point for extra virgin olive oil isn't an issue. Can you investigate?

[@stingaw4142]

Have you tried making these with tromboncino a very low carb vegetable

[@finagill]

I'm growing some Daikon radishes so I may have to slice 1 up and try this.

[@TheMarinemom02]

Fantastic, radishes….who knew?!? Thank you!

[@ironrose888]

This is awesome! A substitute for tater tots, India style. 😊

[@marvellashook3600]

Looks really yummy thanks gonna give a try

[@berlygirl123]

Great recipe!!! Gonna try it this weekend! Thank you!

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

Interesting recipe. I love Indian food so this is right up my alley. Did you know that Palmini came out with Mashed Hearts of Palm?? I found packets at Aldi. I stocked up once I tasted them. So good. I just wish they would sell bigger packets with double the food in them. I assume that Trader Joe’s and other brands will come out with their own version of the mashed.

[@SeriousKeto]

I haven't seen those. I'll have to look the next time I'm at Aldi.

[@marymayer4875]

They look like Crispy Crowns (tater tots)!

[@stevemohammed4518]

Did I miss the temperature of the oven?

[@MeiraV-]

Sounds amazing Steve!

[@seanaames6855]

❤

[@barbarachen1428]

Looks really interesting. I may try 1) using daikon...one radish goes a long way, and easy to cut to uniform thickness, 2) there's gotta be a quick instant pot alternative to boiling, and 3) air frying seems like a time saver as well. I'm wondering if the smashing thing is essential to making the texture less like radish? Oh, and on the potato topic, my fave for mashed potatoes is using the "Mashed Potatoes" variety of acorn squash, for which seed is now widely available. So worth growing. My tips: don't let the squash get too ripe, and don't cure the squash for storage. Either of these allows the squash to get sweeter, which makes them no longer taste like potatoes. After picking, get to cooking (or freezing) within a few days, and for texture don't go crazy with an immersion blender or similar...this makes the texture too fine and results in a non-potato-like mouthfeel. Sometimes I just use a fork to "whip" it into my mashed "potatoes". Carb count? Who knows? But it's gotta be a lot better than potatoes, especially if you don't allow the squash to develop sugars.

[@SeriousKeto]

I’ll have to keep my eyes open for that. Thanks.

[@patibarrera2874]

I can’t wait to make these!!

[@jasonj9111]

Hey Steve! Thanks for the video. How about radish, smidge of Rao’s marinara sauce, one slice pepperoni, and top with cheese? Pizza bites?!?

[@SeriousKeto]

That's an intriguing idea. 🙂

[@pattishanks3788]

Thanks for a great recipe. I can hardly wait to try the Italian seasoning version too. Looks like I’ll be planting plenty of radishes in my garden this year!

[@SeriousKeto]

I've never been able to grow radishes successfully. Mine wind up the size and shape of pencils. It's all root and leaves.

[@suyapajimenez516]

Lovely recipe.👍👍👍

[@SusanR0928]

Looks good! Radishes on the shopping list this week!

[@mariak4540]

Can’t wait to try this!

[@cayce9320]

Thanks Steve! For the Italian seasoning/Parmesan version, did you omit the melted butter and just add those 2 ingredients?

[@SeriousKeto]

Correct. I just sprinkled the seasoning on top and put them back in the oven for the last 5 minutes.

[@joannepitre723]

Interesting.

[@karenlemke8162]

Looks yummy

[@sonjipalmer2892]

Thanks

[@brendaandrandyking4126]

Yummy

[@ChristineD8093]

Yummy

[@francesherman9083]

Have you used parchment paper? If so, are they crispy?

[@SeriousKeto]

Parchment paper starts to burn over 420F. This might not be a big deal on a short cook, but would likely be an issue here with a 45 minute cook.

[@ingridferg9779]

Yum

[@BeckyA59]

I laughed when you called them potatoes twice, I guess that really covers the potato area with you! I have made raita for years and years, never add peppers to it, as it's meant to be a cool down from the spicy curries etc. Might be ok for radishes though

[@jbeargrr]

Those! Look! Amazing! Now I need to go buy some radishes. And plant some, too. (They grow fast) Spice combinations are dancing in my head...