A small green vegetable looks similar to the small turnip
with bright red skin, some other varieties can be white and has a peppery
white flesh.
HISTORY AND ORIGIN
The radish was known to be cultivated in Egypt 2000 years
ago but it is believes to be originated in China or the Middle Asia.
Many herbal remedies recommend radishes as a cure for melancholy.
BUYING AND STORAGE
Select fresh Radishes that are firm and crisp with bright
colouring and healthy leaves. Refrigerate Radishes wrapped in plastic
bag and will keep for 1 week.
PREPARATION AND USE
Rinse well and trim the ends. Leave whole, slice or
shred. Serve whole or slice as dips, or raw in salads.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
An excellent source of vitamin C.
MAJOR NUTRIENTS
SERVING SIZE: 100 grm
* ENERGY:
53
kj
* IRON:
grm
* PROTEIN:
1
grm
* POTASSIUM:
grm
* FAT:
grm
* CALCIUM:
grm
* CARBOHYDRATE:
2
grm
* VITAMIN A:
mg
* DIETARY FIBRE:
1
grm
* VITAMIN B:
mg
* SODIUM:
20
mg
* VITAMIN C:
21
mg
VARIETY
CHINESE WHITE RADISH: Also called
Giant White Radish and Loh Bak. Long white radish shape of a carrot
and use in chinese cooking.