How to make Danmuji | Korean Yellow Pickled Radish | 단무지

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Danmuji is Korean pickled radish. It’s most commonly eaten inside kimbap (which is a Korean rice roll wrapped with nori), and as a side dish for noodle dishes like jjajangmyeon (Korean black bean noodles).
You can find yellow versions (which is the most popular kind) and it’s also available in white (or in the natural color of the radish).
Most Koreans buy danmuji at the grocery store, but I don’t like buying them at the store because it’s filled with preservatives and added food coloring. Plus, it’s super simple and easy to make at home.
This recipe has the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. You can really taste the freshness of the daikon radish verses the store bought kind. Once you try this recipe, I’ll bet that you’ll never buy danmuji at the grocery store ever again.
Also, this is a must have recipe if you’re interested in making kimbap or jjajangmyeon at home (both recipes will be coming soon this channel, so subscribe & stay tuned!).
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[@sittingduck1735]

As an Indian I'm so glad I have all the ingredients already to make this. It's a small thing but it makes me happy😅

[@chefatulya]

That’s perfect! I hope you enjoy the recipe 😊

[@yuanna2401]

Ikr 🥲

[@MahimaSingh-tf4bz]

Can I use vinegar because I don't have rice vinegar?

[@AmukaBuka]

I just made this in 15 minutes and found the directions so easy to follow! Love the research on how different store bought versions are sometimes too sweet, sour or strong in turmeric flavor. Thanks for taking the time to test and find a more balanced version!!

[@chefatulya]

YW!! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the recipe. Now you gotta make jjajangmyun to eat with this!!

[@cozy.mushroom]

This is honestly my FAVORITE 단무지 recipe. Super good. Thank you!

[@keepcalmnregenerate]

OMG PERFECT! I love Korean food but I'm from Turkey and it's really hard to find some stuff to make at home. I was afraid to waste the radish but I'm so glad I tried! It tastes just like the one I ate in a Korean restaurant, unlike the ones sold online, which are awful and too sour. Thank you so much. 🥰

[@missb9103]

This recipe is just right. Easy to follow and tasty!

[@yuuchan1045]

Thank you for sharing this recipe!

[@zohrab6347]

Exactly what I was looking for😍

[@JNJ1014]

I've been searching for a recipe for this forever & couldn't find it, thank you!!! I'm going to make this tonight

[@chefatulya]

YW! Hope you enjoy the recipe 😊🙏

[@MsNomzie]

Thank you! I love this so much but live hours away from a korean market. So to be able to make it at home is.amazing

[@robertkepler3438]

I've been making various kimchee recipes and Korean food for years. I love kimbap, but I haven't had access to local danmuji and thought that making it would be a very long process. Thank you for showing me that it can be done in hours/days and not weeks.

[@chefatulya]

YW! Happy to hear that you loved this recipe. Yes, homemade danmuji can be really easy to make and taste so much better than store bought. 😊

[@ellaenglish]

you’re killing it!!! gonna try kimchi and this

[@chefatulya]

Thank you!! Yeah this one is too easy not to try!

[@YourMsRightHere]

Thank you! Gonna make this today.

[@kombooch]

This recipe is amazing! I’ve been wanting to make bibimbap at home so badly but I was disappointed to see literally every pickled radish brand at H Mart either use aspartame or yellow #5 (most of the choices included both). Adding artificial food coloring to a perfectly healthy food just doesn’t make sense to me and seeing how easy this is, I think I’m just gonna make it at home from now on. Thank you again 🥰

[@staceyyang1224]

I can't wait to give this a try!!!

[@chefatulya]

Please do!! 😊

[@devashreealwaysbtsarmy3469]

HI!!! THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO WITH THIS RECIPE OF PICKLE... I HAVE A PROJECT THAT MY TEACHER ASK US TO MAKE OUR OWN PIKLES AT HOME AND THEN BRING IT TO THE SCHOOL FOR THE TASTE CHECK!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS VIDEO IS REALLY HELPFUL FOR ME!!!❤❤❤❤

[@B58_Bless]

I always thought it was yellow by nature. My wife and I love Korean food and since they confuse my wife as Korean I'm glad to say I found a video on making authentic Danmuji . Thank you for all the work you doen for us. God bless 💯🥰🇲🇽

[@joelplucena1609]

I am making this today. Thank you for the recipe!

[@chefatulya]

YW! Best of luck! 🤗

[@billbrowning50]

I was married to a korean 17 years. This is one of my favorite parts of the side dishes at a meal. Whole and black garlic.

[@AliseL22]

Nice & simple, will give this a try. Thank you

[@chefatulya]

Yay!! YW! You won’t regret it making it. 😊

[@Ferdinalchandra]

Will try!!! Thank youuu

[@chefatulya]

YW! 😊🙏

[@danielsalazar6211]

Thank you for your great video on danmuji

[@chefatulya]

YW! 😊

[@xWabbli]

Love it

[@paulacarvalho7187]

Just love! Tks fron Brazil ;)

[@chefatulya]

Thank you!

[@siriyagasong230]

Thank you! I'm gonna make this;)) ☺️

[@chefatulya]

Amazing! Let me know how it goes!!

[@alicecarmona4005]

I love the fact that you didn't use a huge amount of salt. This also looks so simple.

[@reno-koreanfoodlover6569]

I like the historical background. Great channel !!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@chefatulya]

Thank you!!

[@aloraaa._.a7386]

1 cup of rice vinegar 1 1/2 of water 1/2 cup of sugar 2 teaspoons of salt

[@bucherri6494]

I just made it today and can’t wait to try it! Thank you for the recipe. Can you make the pickle ginger recipe ? 😊

[@chefatulya]

YW! I hope it turned out well. Pickled ginger would be a good one since the store bought ones have so much chemicals.

[@xichigoshix]

Made it yesterday and tried some today. SO YUMMY!!! Thank you so much for the recipe, I am so happy I found your channel :)

[@chefatulya]

YW! Happy to hear that you loved the recipe! 😍

[@nohurtara3464]

How does it taste tho? What kinda taste does it have?

[@msllss]

I am so lucky to find your video by chance. I followed your recipe, and damn!!!! It taste soooo nice!!! Moreover, the taste blend so well with the rice. Love it! Thanks for experiementing on the recipe

[@chefatulya]

YW! Glad to hear that you loved the recipe. Thanks for sharing your feedback. 😊🙏

[@rubinakikshian8056]

Hi. I have been making this yummy pickle for the past two years and i live it to no end. Tones of tganks fir shareing this incredible recipe with us.😊😊😊💕💕💕💕

[@chefatulya]

Aw so glad that you are loving the recipe!!

[@aubreyshiang6630]

Thank you for sharing the recipe. Gratitude to your dedication and love for making delicious vegan foods.

[@chefatulya]

YW! Thank you for watching my videos! :-)

[@choongchoi4420]

So simple and so health food. We can't find like this 단무지 in any market.

[@chefatulya]

Thank you!! I agree!!

[@surfhawaiiwaves]

I made this last night and had a taste today and oh yeah this is the stuff, the flavor is spot on. The packaged radish has ASPARTAME and yellow coloring in them so I stopped buying it. Thank you for this wonderful recipe! Im gonna make kimbap now.

[@chefatulya]

So happy to hear that you loved this recipe! I just made kimbap tonight too! 😍

[@sasithornamy]

I have tried all the recipes like you did and I didn’t like it. And then your recipe is perfect!!! Thank you much 😋💕

[@chefatulya]

YW! Thanks for sharing your experience. Happy to hear that you loved the recipe! 😊🙏

[@felixruiz1197]

Loveeeeeeee it 😄❤️🙏

[@yv.bao20]

thank you !!

[@chefatulya]

You're welcome!!

[@faisal6330]

I made the recipe and It’s amazing ! I just reduced the sugar by 1/8 a cup and used white vinegar it turned out delicious!😊

[@jasoncrowe8138]

I hate to be one of those people that watch somebody's recipe on something that I don't know how to make and have an opinion but i'm also curious if I reduce the sugar and use Aji-Mirin as opposed to regular rice vinegar. Hmmm. I suppose I should do both batches and make a determinatso.Thanks for this recipe and thanks for the mention on reduction of sugar.

[@nehaj001]

Would it be ok to use Apple cider vinegar in place of Rice vinegar ? I hope it won't spoil the authentic taste of Danmuji

[@tomikotakeuchi8103]

My uncle use to make this ... takuwan (Japanese), I remember it taking hours / days and a cast of thousands. Good job Thanks.

[@chefatulya]

YW! This recipe is so easy & tasty! 😊

[@dewuknowHIM]

My mom in law use to make this many many years ago.... ant wait to make it....

[@chefatulya]

Awesome!! Yeah, it’s so worth it to make it at home 😊

[@plumedelfe7708]

Thx for your advices !!! I'm GONNA try to do my danmuji n'y myself now !!! Gamsahabnida 💜 !!!

[@chefatulya]

YW!! Yes it’s so much better tasting than the store bought ones

[@Tta8221]

This is the easiest and simplest danmuji 의 recipe i can find. Let's try let's try.. I'll be back 👍

[@Noblesseobligebeauty]

Thank you for your recipe ! Just tried it this morning. Btw could you tell us where you got your glass container. Love it , thanks

[@chefatulya]

YW! Thanks for trying out the recipe. 😊 This glass container is super old, so I can’t remember where I got it from…

[@AmukaBuka]

YES!!

[@tyler23burt]

O wow this mixture is very similar to making the perfect sushi rice 😊

[@versailles9535]

I don’t really like regular pickles, but pickled jalapeños and danmuji and kimchi are my favorites!

[@chefatulya]

Those are some of my favorites too! 😍

[@lejenni7591]

I just found you. I’m still a baby vegan and finding your channel really helped me! Thank you so much :)

[@chefatulya]

YW! That’s amazing that you’re taking this step forward. Let me know if you ever have any recipes you’d like to see on this channel. 😊

[@lejenni7591]

@@chefatulya I would love to see your 김치전 recipe :) or any pancake recipe in general (and do you have any ideas for sauces?) Thank you so much for these videos!❤️

[@chefatulya]

@@lejenni7591 김치전 sounds like a great idea! I'll add that to the list. :-)

[@sherrytaylor1794]

Great a recipe that's quick and looks exactly what I was looking for. How long does it last in refrigerator? Thank you 😊 😋

[@maried3955]

It would last a L O N G time due to the vinegar/sugar - months!

[@arisu229]

Great recipe. Gonna make it and make some chicken gimbap next week.

[@chiyungchieng4785]

i cannot wait to get loads of white radish and use your recipe! how long will this keep in the fridge? providing i don't eat it all straight away :)

[@chefatulya]

Awesome! As long as you keep the container sterile and clean, it will keep for a while, even up to months. 😊

[@nikkikaposvari3209]

Thank you for this recipe! Do you think I could use honey instead of sugar?? Also how long will it be good in the fridge?

[@julianalim7924]

Using Tumeric powder as a substitute is brilliant!

[@snowwhiteisfckndead]

Amazing!! I've been making my own danmuji for a while now but it never tasted right. This recipe is perfect, thank you! Also, in case anyone can't get mu or daikon radish, kohlrabi or turnips are a good substitute. Just make sure to peel it really well. I find that the taste is very similar to that of mu. Works well in kimchi too :)

[@chefatulya]

Amazing! I'm happy to hear that you loved this recipe. I love this homemade danmuji so much too. Thanks for the ideas on substitutions! :-)

[@---sm6ve]

I made it with kohlrabi (first the turmeric was verrrry overpowering) and now i made it w this recipe! I think the radishes taste the same

[@blessiesumbad863]

I love your recipe as it was easy. Once I have all of the ingredients in hand, I'll give this a shot. I just have few questions. How long can I keep the danmuji in the fridge? And is it important that I use a glass container to keep the danmuji?

[@chefatulya]

As long as you keep the container sanitary, meaning not eating straight out of it & introducing germs into it, it can keep for months because the acidic pickling brine will preserve it. I used a glass container cus I poured hot liquid into it but anything that’s heat proof should be okay. 😊

[@moonfanaras]

@@chefatulya First off, I want to say this recipe is absolutely amazing. It is so easy to make, not to mention it is the perfect mix of sweet and sour taste. It is also cheaper for me to make them myself rather than buy them from the store because the closest international market to me is an hour away, and no where near me sells pickled radish. I am lucky that Kroger carries daikon, so it is much easier and cheaper to make it rather than driving to buy it. I do have a couple questions though: For this batch, I put it in pint sized jars that I had sterilized by boiling/steaming them in hot water... Do I need to store them in the fridge or can they sit out on the counter? Also, what is the shelf life for an unopened container and an opened (one I am already using) container? This is the 2nd time I have made them. The first time I made them they were gone in less than 2 weeks, so it was never an issue on how long they can keep for.

[@maried3955]

@@moonfanaras They NEED to be stored in the refrigerator NOT on the bench/counter.

[@floydmacallan3970]

Hello. What is the reason for bringing the mix to a boil? Also, how long should it be on the heat for? Is it all to help dissolve the sugar salt and tumerac? If so, should you wait until it is completely dissolved before putting it in the container with the radish?

[@agustd1446]

👍👍

[@watchtv634]

Hi ! I’ve been following your step and im so excited to taste it tomorrow But i dont use rice vinegar cause idont have lol

[@chefatulya]

Yay!! Yeah it gets better and better as it sits in the fridge. Regular vinegar should be just fine too. Let me know how it tastes!!

[@watchtv634]

@@chefatulya OMG ! The sweet and salty danmuji tasted so perfect i dont even use blackpapercorn And i like it THANK YOU SO MUCH! ❤️🥺

[@kath1510]

Thanks for sharing your recipe. Can I put salt on the radish to remove excess water?

[@m.e.590]

If don't have access to korean nor daikon radish; what other kind of radish/radishes would you recommend to substitute with?

[@manverhayer9678]

For how long we can store it?

[@FC2ESWS]

Hey so the parts that you listed is for how many lbs or ounces of daikon?

[@smithy2462]

Great video, I'm hooked on Pickled Radish gonna start doing my own but I only have Korean brown rice vinegar, can I use this?.

[@chefatulya]

Thank you!! I think brown rice vinegar should work. You might have to might slight adjustments to taste.

[@PresuMunu]

How long will it store in the fridge?

[@magicalawnmower4764]

We don't have any daikons where I live (we might get them stocked once at harvest but that's it), can red radishes be used for Danmuji??

[@karmaluvchhimi]

Do i have to used rice vinegar any option

[@sumeshkumar7039]

Hi the recipe is amazing im gonna try it tomorrow but i have a question, can we store danmuji in plastic containers? Or is it important to keep it in glass only

[@chefatulya]

Hi! A heat safe plastic container should be okay. I used glass because I was pouring hot liquid into the container.

[@lindsaymaine521]

After watching many videos on this , I made your recipe. I’m curious as why you did not let the radish sit in salt first to get rid of water ?

[@MahimaSingh-tf4bz]

I have don't have rice vinegar can I use vinegar instead?

[@thathibiscusgirl2703]

can I change rice vinegar to regular vinegar?

[@alya5829]

How long can it last in the fridge?

[@nehaj001]

For how long can we store it in fridge ?

[@alstroemeria6484]

I'm not sure if you've mentioned this in the video but can i substitute rice vinegar with heinz white distilled vinegar? Maybe i should add some sweetener to the vinegar. What do you suggest?

[@chefatulya]

Hi! Yes, you can substitute with regular white vinegar. You might need to add a little bit more sugar and adjust the recipe to taste. :-)

[@surbhisarode2112]

How long can we store this ?

[@Smitahorizonsp]

Great recipe. For how many days can I store Danmuji in fridge? Thanks

[@chefatulya]

It stores pretty much indefinitely as long as the container is sterile and clean

[@riverirl5820]

Is it important for it to be in a glass container? It's my first time pickling anything so idk

[@nehaj001]

Can we use apple cider vinegar in place of rice vinegar?

[@MeowyyyQt]

1 cup rice vinegar 1 1/2 water 1/2 sugar 2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp turmeric

[@waytohappylife]

Can that be made without sugar?

[@angelalove7868]

Do you have to store it in a glass container or is plastic okay?

[@mybackhurtss]

hi thank you for the video, i don’t have rice vinegar can i use white vinegar or apple vinegar? does it change the whole flavour?

[@chefatulya]

White vinegar or apple cider vinegar both work!

[@billbrowning50]

I just finished this.. I used white vinegar

[@MakeUrMoments]

Can I use lemon juice instead of vinegar ?

[@chefatulya]

Thanks for the question. I would recommend no and would definitely use some sort of vinegar.

[@hijodelsoldeoriente]

Hello. Can I use annatto seeds as an alternative to turmeric? I think it won't meddle with flavor more than turmeric.

[@chefatulya]

Hi! I’m not so sure as I don’t have much experience with Annatto seeds, but if you feel like it won’t meddle with the flavor, I don’t see why not? The color might be a bit more orangish yellow but that might be pretty too.

[@dovescooing67]

Hi! Thanks for the video! How long can we keep the danmuji in the fridge?

[@chefatulya]

YW! It can store for many months as long as the container and utensils used are clean and sterile.

[@chefatulya]

Must be stored in the refrigerator

[@hestisetyawati53]

I dont have rice vinegar, may i change into just regulat one? How much does it need

[@chefatulya]

Hi!! Yes you can definitely substitute with regular vinegar. You might want to reduce the amount by about 25% because regular vinegar is usually more acidic than rice vinegar. You can always add more if you feel like you need more acidity. I hope this helps!!

[@anukritianukriti7096]

Atulya is like an Indian name ❤❤

[@chefatulya]

Yes! It’s Sanskrit 😊

[@anukritianukriti7096]

@@chefatulya 😊😊

[@ichaagassi4526]

Can you give me idea, if there is no rice vinegar, can I just use common vinegar or lemon?

[@chefatulya]

Hi! You can just use regular vinegar. I would skip the lemon.

[@Luke.Cooking]

What kind of salt? Kosher? Diamond crystal? Morton’s? I ask bc not all salts are the same. Great video!

[@chefatulya]

Thank you!! I usually use sea salt but any of them will work

[@mashwehla5507]

how long can you keep it in the fridge, I made a huge batch; so I am worried if it goes bad LOL Thanks

[@maried3955]

It will keep for months in the fridg

[@maggiewickwire2936]

My local grocer sells daikon radish. I have all other ingredients. 😊 How long will this last in the refrigerator? Kamsamida!

[@chefatulya]

It can last for mooooonths! As long as the container and all the utensils that touch it are clean

[@xh5679]

Can I also use other vinegars? Like Apple vinegar?

[@chefatulya]

Hi! Yes regular white vinegar or apple cider vinegar works

[@TheRudzXinc]

I tried this recipe. But I feel like the smell of the rice vinegar too strong. Can I reduce the rice vinegar to half or 3/4 cup? Will it work?

[@zeinebal-bader431]

I'm gonna try making this!! but I was just wondering if I can use normal white sugar? or is it very important that its organic cane suger?

[@chefatulya]

Yes you can use white vinegar. You might need to adjust to taste since it’s a bit more powerful than rice vinegar. I like using organic sugar since it’s guaranteed vegan here in the USA.

[@bboranora]

Is there is a time period for how long i can store and regularly eat it?

[@chefatulya]

It can be stored in the fridge for several months. The only thing is the container has to be kept sterile, so only use clean utensils to take out each time.

[@Rae-cy8uz]

Do you know how long it will last refrigerated :)?

[@chefatulya]

It can last for several months as long as you keep the container clean and only use clean utensils to take them out.

[@hiya1399]

After 24 hours is done, do I drain the vinegar mixture or do I store it in the liquid?

[@chefatulya]

Store it in the liquid

[@sumanyaduvanshi5962]

Thanks. How long we can preserve them after making? Days or month?👍

[@chefatulya]

Hi! As long as you keep your container clean, this can last in the fridge for several months. This means not eating straight out of the container & using clean utensils to take them out when you wanna eat them.

[@sumanyaduvanshi5962]

Thank you. Although I am a vegetarian and not vegan but Your dishes motivates me to make Korean food with confidence. Earlier I thought Korean food is all about meat and sea food but now I can confidentiality make and eat Korean dishes. Thanks. Keep motivating us with your channel and vegan food. Happy 추석 💞💝💕💞💞💞💝💝👏🙏🙏🙏😘😘😘😘😘

[@chefatulya]

@@sumanyaduvanshi5962 Aw! YW! Luckily Korean food has a wide variety of vegetable based dishes that can easily be turned vegan/vegetarian. :-)

[@rajjindal9023]

Can we use the regular vinegar??

[@chefatulya]

Yes! It’s slightly stronger than rice vinegar so you may need to make slight adjustments to taste

[@chamillieonn]

Can you use normal white or raw sugar instead?

[@chefatulya]

Yes!! You might need to make slight adjustments to taste.

[@kimtechlim9719]

Can you reuse the pickle brine?

[@chefatulya]

Yes, if you kept it clean and kept it in the fridge.