Follow these steps for perfect results
daikon radish
sliced
ham
sliced
dry parmesan cheese
grated
daikon sprouts
fresh
egg
butter
salt
pepper
ground
Prepare the daikon radish and ham by cutting them into oblong shapes.
Heat butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
Add the ham and daikon radish to the pan and fry until the daikon becomes soft.
Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
In a separate bowl, crack the egg and mix in the parmesan cheese until well combined.
Once the daikon is soft, pour the egg and cheese mixture into the frying pan.
Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the daikon and ham.
Transfer the daikon carbonara to a serving dish.
Boil the daikon sprouts until tender (if using sprouts instead of leaves).
Cut the boiled daikon sprouts (or leaves) into bite-sized pieces.
Sprinkle the daikon sprouts (or leaves) over the carbonara as a garnish.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Use high-quality parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
Don't overcook the egg mixture, or it will become scrambled.
Adjust the amount of pepper to your liking.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
The individual components can be prepped ahead of time, but the dish is best served fresh.
Serve in a shallow bowl, garnished with fresh daikon sprouts and a sprinkle of black pepper.
Serve with a side salad
Pair with crusty bread
Such as Pinot Grigio
Discover the story behind this recipe
Modern interpretation of classic dish
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