Three types of TSUKEMONO (Japanese pickles) Vegan 〜漬け物〜 | easy Japanese side dish recipe

In this video, I am making three types of Japanese pickles. There is almost always some kind of pickles in Japanese meals. These can be stored in the fridge for about 5-7 days.
To pickle, the veggies can be marinated in the room temperature overnight (12h) unless it is too warm. in such case it is better to store in the fridge.
The thing to note is that; colder it is, slower will the pickling process will undergo, however lessen the risk of going bad.
In my Channel, I show step by step of alternative but authentic Japanese home cooking, which can be made with the ingredients that are easily available outside of Japan.
Ingredients for Japanese pickles:
Asa-zuke (light pickle):
- Vegetable of your choice approx. 250 g
- Salt (2 % of vegetable in weight) 2 g
Shoyu-zuke (soy sauce pickle):
- Vegetable of your choice approx. 250 g
- Soy sauce 2 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 Tbsp
Amazu-zuke (sweet & sour pickle):
- Vegetable of your choice approx. 250 g
- Vinegar 2 Tbsp
- Sugar 2 Tbsp
- Salt 1/2 Tsp
*Other suitable vegetables are:
carrots, celery, eggplant, turnip, nappa cabbage (Chinese cabbage), tomato, avocado etc.
*Other vegetables, which require pre-cooking before pickling:
asparagus, broccoli, cau liflower, zucchini etc.
00:00 Intro
01:18 Ingredients
01:56 Making Asa-zuke (light pickle) with cabbage and cucumber
03:53 Making Shoyu-zuke (soy sauce pickle) with Daikon
05:36 Making Amazu-zuke (sweet and sour pickle) with radish
06:57 Packing in Zip-lock
07:53 Preparing on plates
08:30 Eating
10:42 Ending
11:20 Recipe
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[@lesliescott3946]

I simply love this video! For a small sugar footprint in sugar and seasoned vinegar…I am eating WAY more veggies. I even got creative to up my greens intake- blanched non-curly Kale, chopped and added. I can eat kale now! A near miracle! I add red pepper flakes and carrot curls made with a peeler. The crunch keeps me out of bad carbs. Thank you so much. The ziploc method is brilliant!

[@taijiskitchen]

Glad to hear that you like my recipe so much and made your life happier!!

[@lesliescott3946]

@@taijiskitchen you know…it was a whole new way to approach veggies. I trued blender kale etc… but never stuck with it. I bought a new Napa Cabbage head yesterday and did 1/2 for a new batch. Your recipe has become a “go-to” in my daily life. I appreciate that you do videos & shared it. I have learned so much from youtube & my fellow humans. I simply look at veggies in the store from the lens of: can I make Japanese Pickle! 😬👍💕

[@user-gu5jn5fi7v]

​@@taijiskitchen Here the same. I'm 65 and until 3 months ago i can't eat kale because of very painful cramps for hours. Then i've learned to fermentate and i can eat it now without pains🥳. Now it's possible to eat it fermentated and so delicious, as pickle. Love this so much❣️ Pickled just now first time in my life and can't wait until tomorrow, because everything smells soooo good. I'm always jumping to the kitchen and have a look on the ziplocks... Is it the right way putting it ON the fridge NOT IN? You can't imagine how happy i am finding you. God guided me this evening the direct way to you! Thank you🙏. Thank you so so much for sharing ❤❤❤!

[@user-gu5jn5fi7v]

​@@taijiskitchen Here the same. I'm 65 and until 3 months ago i can't eat kale because of very painful cramps for hours. Then i've learned to fermentate and i can eat it now without pains🥳. Now it's possible to eat it fermentated and so delicious, as pickle. Love this so much❣️ Pickled just now first time in my life and can't wait until tomorrow, because everything smells soooo good. I'm always jumping to the kitchen and have a look on the ziplocks... Is it the right way putting it ON the fridge NOT IN? You can't imagine how happy i am finding you. God guided me this evening the direct way to you! Thank you🙏. Thank you so so much for sharing ❤❤❤!

[@ma.luisaylagan-cortez7678]

The three kinds of tsukumune eaten with rice alone seems healthy and a good alternate to veggie sauté.

[@XX-de8jp]

You are a genius, man. I can't describe how helpful it has been.

[@karelr4993]

Thank you for the fast answer!! Good luck making more delicious videos!!

[@MiddleChild84]

This was so fun to watch and learn from. Thank you. I travelled to Japan ( I am from Sri Lanka) a couple of years ago and had pickled small onions in a small cafe. They had a massive jar on the table. Haven't been able to stop thinking about it since. It was so crunchy, fresh and yummy. Was looking for a recipe when I came across this video. Maybe I'll use these methods to see if it will work..🙏🏼

[@taijiskitchen]

yey! glad you like my videos!!

[@hackepetersemmel7714]

Thank you so much, it is a very helpful video. I will be definitely trying this! And I loved that you put in links to other creators with similar content. Very thoughtful

[@davidhalldurham]

I never met a pickle I didn't like! Thank you so much for doing this video. I can't wait to try the recipes.

[@hapihapilang9393]

I love all your cooking videos! So simple and easy to make

[@shandichau4376]

I always do the cucumbers pickles, and now I can do more with your recipes. Thank you!

[@lucybirdsong8632]

I lived in Japan for seven years and I love the people and the food. Thank you for these recipes. I love you videos.

[@eljefe327]

Great vid and very useful discussion -- very clear and easy to follow, thanks!

[@sherroniopa6274]

I love tsukemono, and I have some in my fridge all the time. (I make my own) Now I learned how to make small amounts at a time. Thank you!

[@robertworden8559]

I think your video is fantastic! - your explanations and editing respects the viewer and gives them exactly the information they need. Your use of the ziplock bag is brilliant! - I make Japanese pickles all the time and never considered how brilliant this idea would be. Terrific education by a seasoned sensei. Domo Arigato.

[@mariconmorales6709]

Thank you! Your video is so useful for my meals with my family!

[@luisacastro2592]

I like these 3 types of pickles you prepared. Thank you for sharing.

[@dangus6934]

very simple, love it.

[@flo2816]

I really enjoy the little insights into Japanese culture in your videos! Keep it up! :)

[@taijiskitchen]

hahaha, that's exactly, how I try to make my videos and what differs from other cooking videos!! Thank you so much for your support!!

[@corasmith3582]

I love this channel! I found you from your edamame video and have been watching a bunch of your videos since then. I particularly like the visual aids & recipes displayed at the end. I truly do not know a lot about Japanese cuisine but am loving getting to know more-thank you!

[@gathemeigolmei3826]

I love watching your videos.first time to learn Japanese veggies pickles and different kinds of foods. Keep it up.

[@MrJsteed2009]

Loved, loved, loved it!

[@TheMariesTeas]

Thank you so much for posting this!!!! I took lots of notes!!!! I love the radishes so much, thus far!!!!❤❤❤

[@thickbrianq]

What a refreshing video! Love the use of zip lock baggies, genious!

[@junfengzhang8302]

its really helpful method, thanks for sharing

[@taibasbleu]

I just found your channel and I have been devouring your videos all morning! Thank you so much - I'm a huge fan of pickling and fermented foods and will certainly do these ones! Especially the radish and cucumber ones, love both!! Thanks a lot and stay safe and well!

[@taijiskitchen]

thanx so much for such nice comment!! you stay safe as well, wherever you live!

[@Cheryl01ish]

I'm so happy I subscribed now but have been looking for you for so long. I saw your video recipes once some time ago and I've been thinking about what I could make. I bought some daikon the other day and here we are!! 🙏🏿

[@indaybal7517]

I like how you demonstrate it very simple and yummy

[@skepticalmom2948]

I love fresh sauerkraut so I know I will love the cabbage and cucumber pickle. And I will make all three to try, thank you.

[@tomithot261]

Love your Japan info, and enjoy watching you cook. Am vegan, so appreciate your comments on how to make the dish work for us.

[@larisakoch422]

I love it! Thank you!

[@verlynnyap580]

Awesome! Just had some pickled radishes in a salad. Great side dishes.

[@anitatheuil8969]

Thank you for this recipe! I'll try it 😆

[@wynantmyriam4786]

I love your video! Thanks

[@englim5366]

Awesome. Thank you for sharing your recipes. 👍👍😋😋😋 So crunchy yummy.

[@grettelbogarin232]

Jede Rezept sieht gut aus und einfach auch ….. vielen Dank 🙏🏼

[@happylala7605]

Thank you for sharing. I love Japanese foods . It’s healthy and delicious. From now on I will try to cook 🧑‍🍳 Japanese foods.

[@lambiamusic]

super simple and helpful! thanks!!! can’t wait to make some :-)

[@heekim54]

I love this recipe because it’s very easy 👏❤️👍

[@kevincarlson4562]

I made your shoyu zuke with daikon,carrot,mini peppers,Japanese cucumber and scallions.I played around with the sauce and added a little ginger,sesame oil,and sesame seed.It turned out fantastic,thanks.Great video.

[@thegirlwhospeaks236]

Good old sesame oil makes everything taste great, zucchini and under rated turnip Jerusalem artichokes, parsnips on and on you go!

[@kevincarlson4562]

@@thegirlwhospeaks236 Yep,it's amazing.I just stir fry broccoli or asparagus in it,throw in equal amounts of soy and rice vinegar,Sriracha,and sesame seed.It's suddenly almost like Little Korea.I swear I could put the stuff in my coffee.

[@conlascosasquehaces]

This was so simple but delicious looking (I love me some Japanese pickles)! I also enjoyed that you ate them all on camera as it is always a satisfying part at the end of a cooking show :)

[@taijiskitchen]

glad you like them! try them yourself, they are super easy yet delicious! hahaha, eating part is for me an essential ie the most important part!! what good is it, when it is not eaten!!

[@auroraborromeo7285]

@@taijiskitchen love your cooking but this pickles can I mix all in one plsstic?

[@kevincarlson4562]

@@auroraborromeo7285 I have,it works fine.

[@meemeelau1838]

I’ll try today. good!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

My daughter got me to grow Japanese vegetables. They are super easy and quick to grow.

[@deborahkneuss7239]

Yummy! Exactly what I love to eat!

[@rosannaruano52]

I miss all that pickles....japanese food and cooking...thank you for sharing so easy to make... I'll try it. すてきな一日を

[@taijiskitchen]

hope it turns out delicious!! ありがと〜〜！

[@shantinu3059]

Thank you for showing how to make pickles

[@migsdizon2439]

You're Witty Chef. Thank you for sharing your 3 versions of Japanese Pickles 😋🗾

[@Gnasheress]

This came at a good time, as I have a lot of daikon and radish just sitting in the fridge

[@lyn8964]

great, i love japanese food!!! Thank you for sharing:)

[@ssun1218]

My mouth started watering when you were cutting the daikon.

[@pamdanielle428]

I learn something new all the time.

[@vanthituyetdo4757]

OMG these are so good and refreshing. No, it's not weird, all we need is just a bowl of good rice to go with. Thank you for a delicious recipe of pickles, I sure will try it next week.

[@vinnettepope8255]

Awesome recipe idea 💡 👌

[@user-ey5pn6jk4d]

What a original pickle with japanese curry rice ? Thanks chef❤

[@starhashimoto2418]

Thank you for sharing

[@teodoramendoza9994]

Love it

[@rachelwise148]

Another great video! Thank you for sharing the ginkgo shape and what part of the radish to cook or pickle. Hope your channel keeps growing. Japanese home cooking, easy, approachable, and doable!

[@taijiskitchen]

glad you like my content!! thank YOU!!

[@lindaminaga2649]

I should let you know. I am compelled to let you know that I am caucasian, my husband is Japanese. We are in our 70's. I have been cooking Japanese and Chinese since my 20's. You can imagine his glee. He is a Sansei. He says I cook more Asian than his Nisei Mother. I crazy wild about the Zip Lock Bag Hack

[@rubymonares3465]

Yummy🤗😋 thank you for sharing!!!

[@taijiskitchen]

you are welcome! glad you like it!!

[@ednasuess2877]

Looks delicious

[@inesdoi7651]

I loved these recipes. I tried to make all them . I made all of them

[@dusandestanovic5884]

I like this very much.

[@cristinacabrera8462]

Thanks for sharing

[@paguiodhang7968]

❤ I like it so easy thank you

[@novembersky3749]

love pickles! never know how easy to make . thank Taiji san. now i must make for my gkids 😜😜😜

[@ginetteinohio3621]

Just discovered your channel. Engaging video. Pleasant voice. Appreciate the soft background music. Love the speed dicing.

[@Pirateez8229]

Ahh I can’t wait to try! I have some beautiful dark purple broccoli in my fridge right now I’m excited to try this with! 💜🥦

[@taijiskitchen]

with broccoli or califower, you should cook it very lightly, to my opinion. the bitterness/tanginess goes away, when cooked.

[@tatavidya3215]

Thanks for the recipes. 2 years in Japan, i just know it's very simple 😻

[@taijiskitchen]

you are welcome!! glad you like the video!!

[@user-mi1zr1di3m]

I like your recipes very much! I'll try them all. And also I fond of Japanese style music in your videos. Doumo arigatou, Chief! 😊

[@commentarytalk1446]

I have made Indian pickles before and also eaten Sauerkraut and Kimchi so to add Japanese pickles is a wonderful extension. Thank you very much for the new ideas !!

[@taijiskitchen]

cool! Kimchi recipe is coming up!! hopefully tomorrow!

[@soniab.estacio3008]

Thank you !

[@mommylvlogs]

Healthy and yummy wow

[@irabontita]

Love it.....

[@ramachandrapandian655]

Pickles dishes recipe super

[@tinglesrosyrupeeland]

The crunchy sounds when you were eating it makes me want to try it really bad!! It made me hungry lol

[@taijiskitchen]

hahaha, thats exactly the goal of my video!! then you just have to make it yourself!!

[@Reoddadai]

Yesterday I was interested in chopsticks so YT recommended me your Japanese table manners video. Your kitchen gave me directly this German kitchen vibes... maybe from a WG or so? So I'am a few videos in, and what should I say... I really enjoy your content. Keep up the great work!

[@phiizzurp1200]

Its in germany he often uses german products for cooking as well

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Watching u cooking is just like a soothing cooking game /anime scene 🥰🥰🥰🥰👍👍👍

[@gloriahadap9687]

Yummy!!!

[@thegirlwhospeaks236]

Yum!

[@01maggie]

I just read your additional info and saw turnip pickle recipe!!

[@jeremiahferrancullo4843]

Interesting recipe.from Philippines

[@triconcert]

Yummy!

[@Lily.593]

I’ve been looking for a recipe similar to the red pickled radish in Wagamamas I really loved them. I hope this recipe tastes the same😍

[@lolademilo7474]

Japanese pickles, english narration, but all in all still so german! 😁 Got to love it!

[@taijiskitchen]

really? still German? how so??

[@lolademilo7474]

@@taijiskitchen 😁 The kitchen, especially the tiles, toaster, calendar. The light. The accent wich is typical for people who spoke German before they learned american english, slightly different setting of sentences here and there and most of all the Jod Salz in the typical yellow packaging. All of those things together shout German. Not in a bad way. I liked it. And I am making pickles today. 😁 Happy Tuesday!

[@taijiskitchen]

@@lolademilo7474 I actually learned American English first though, lol I lived in America for 8 years.

[@lolademilo7474]

@@taijiskitchen Cool! What an opportunity! I still heard the german. :) No shame in it. Our accents are just proof that we speak more than one language and that is a gift.

[@sorenminoush145]

@@taijiskitchen may I ask what took u to Germany? And how long will u b there? I am from S Korea, but grew up in Germany from age 7-19, and in the US since n now in my 50s :) love ur personality n video n ur cooking!!! Just came across ur channel n been binge watching with my mouth watering, lol. Greetings from Ohio.

[@jerzygniazdowski6228]

Good food, healthy food, good LUCK.!!

[@accharaang4544]

Thank you.

[@remynuguid5645]

I love all the vegies, I am eating healthiest. Thanks so much, love

[@marionbooth8103]

Konnichi wa Taiji-san. When I watched this video I got tickled listening to your enthusiasm eating the pickles. So I made them!! So easy! And I found myself making the same ethusiatic sounds eating them too!! 😂 Thank you for sharing.

[@selinawang6532]

I like the part that he ties up his sleeves. seems so easy!

[@taijiskitchen]

it is easy, its called Tasuki-gake.

[@heartblazer2199]

I made these today and I’m looking forward to trying them!

[@taijiskitchen]

great! hope it turns out good!!

[@heartblazer2199]

@@taijiskitchen they are amazing! I had them with some rice for lunch today! Gave my dad ghastly smelling burps though, though my nose was going to explode! 😂

[@taijiskitchen]

@@heartblazer2199 glad to hear it worked out and that you liked the recipe!! thanx so much for your feedback!

[@piajuslin3909]

Oh my, that looks so delicious! And that crunch! If only I could get white radish in my country. :(

[@TheBeatles..]

look great! i miss pickle stalls in Kyoto 😭

[@soonjamoon1209]

Yum yum

[@nociable]

To get the air out, immerse the bag in a pot of water big enough to accommodate the bag, and then seal.

[@MultiOranuch]

Great and thank you again cause I like Pickles and I am surely to do this easy and quickly doing Japanese Pickles, especially Radish and Cucumber.. It will be good meal for me, When I saw your eating sound crispy so looks tasty, alright Best wishes from STOCKHOLM - SWEDEN

[@kalankithaseena6498]

Good vegan recipes. And nice Yukata.

[@taijiskitchen]

Thanx! its actually not Yukata, its Kimono for male. the word "Kimono" in English is used only to represent the clothing for women, but it actually means only "things to wear" and include those for male. Yukata is much thinner, worn only in the summer and worn without the inner layer (mostly white), which is called Juban.

[@mikiohirata9627]

Basic Japanese method for pickling is SALT and anything eles is what you can fancied up. Any vegetable can be salt pickled as cut up pieces or the whole ( as in cucumber, Asian egg plant). and hand squish in the bag or in the bowl for a few min. is all you need. It's a matter of timing of how long you need to keep it pickled before they are ready but soft veges don't need much time at all. If you're watching salt intake just rinse it under running water for few min. then squeeze water. Yes any veges can be home pickled this way.

[@LynxSouth]

About how long will these salted pickles keep in the refrigerator, please?

[@davedziejowski9845]

Hi Taiji! Thanks for the great videos. Have you done one showing different uses for Shio koji? I want to give it a try but don't know where to start. thth

[@cadlac1533]

Thanks for sharing, gonna make soon, just be awesome if you show what kind of foods; fish, pork…. go along with that.

[@ElviraSongalla]

I Love therm all Three types of TSUKEMONO

[@lucaipiranga]

I had to change the sugar for stevia sugar (diabetic) and I tell you it’s delicious. Thanks for share

[@jackstrubbe7608]

I raise my own Stevia and the fresh leaf,shredded, also adds to the visual appeal. And eliminates need for refinement.

[@caitjohnson6021]

At a Chinese restaurant, I had an daikon radish that’s was a bright yellow. I’m don’t know how they created that, but it has been a goal of mine to find that recipe for so long. Thank you for this. It is so appreciated.

[@stressedpeach7749]

A bright yellow reddish is called Takuan I believed ! Just look up yellow pickled reddish and you can get some recipes for it :)!

[@katsumiis4699]

It's hard to get it to be that bright yellow colour at home, but I find that adding just a bit of turmeric does the trick!

[@avalerie4467]

@@katsumiis4699 you beat me to it ! Yes turmeric.

[@MoreishMike]

I just found your channel and I’m loving it. Do you do nukazuke? I want to start a nukadoko and I’m looking for quality tutorials on the subject.