Baked Daikon Cake

Baked Daikon Cake is a savory, vegetarian Japanese dish that combines the mild flavor of daikon radish with a fluffy, cake-like texture. This dish is perfect as a light meal or a side, bringing a unique twist to traditional Japanese cuisine.

Ingredients

• Daikon radish - 200 grams, grated
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Cornstarch - 25 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Carrot - 50 grams, grated
• Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated daikon radish, grated carrot, and chopped green onion.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the daikon mixture and mix well.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and vegetable broth until the mixture is well combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Sprinkle black sesame seeds evenly over the top of the batter.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is firm and lightly golden on top.
9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares or wedges to serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins due to the presence of daikon and carrots.
• Low in calories and fat, making it a great option for a healthy diet.

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