Labanos or radishes have a mildly sweet and peppery flavor well suited for raw, cooked, and pickled preparations. The radish can be eaten with or without the skin, and when raw, the flesh can be thinly sliced, chopped, or cubed as a crisp side dish. In Japan, radishes are often served as a refreshing accompaniment to tempura and other deep-fried dishes as a reprieve from heavier flavors.