They are tender and there is no need to peel them. They are delicious grilled, fried, roasted, pickled or stir-fried. The Asparagus or Yardlong bean originated in southern Asia. These climbing beans should be grown on a trellising system that is at least 7 feet high to accommodate the vines. Daikon is the Japanese name for the radish that is so popular in Asian cuisine.
Daikons are long and narrow and usually white, green or creamy yellow.
Some daikons are round. They are a root crop harvested in spring and fall. It is critical to thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart. Thinning helps develop healthy, full-grown roots. Keep plants well-watered during the growing season to keep roots tender.