ChuckwagonCookie’s Authentic Korean Kimchi

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1
ChuckwagonCookie's Authentic Korean Kimchi Recipe
in Korean

Prep

45 min

Cook

2 days

Ready In

2 days 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 lbs napa cabbage
1 daikon radish , about 8 inches long
1 head garlic
3 bunches spring onions
3 Thai peppers
1 cup sea salt
3/4 cup korean chili powder
6 tablespoons fish sauce
3 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
67
Sugar
5g
Fat
1g
Kimchi is a traditional Korean dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is made by fermenting vegetables, usually cabbage, with a variety of spices and seasonings. ChuckwagonCookie's Authentic Korean Kimchi is a popular recipe that uses napa cabbage, daikon radish, garlic, spring onions, Thai peppers, and a variety of seasonings. The vegetables are soaked in saltwater, then mixed with a spicy chili powder mixture and left to ferment for a few days before being served. Kimchi can be enjoyed as a side dish or mixed into various rice and noodle dishes.

Instructions

1.Cut the napa cabbage into quarters, then chop it roughly into 2-3 inch pieces.
2.Cut the daikon radish into matchsticks about 2 inches long.
3.In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped cabbage and daikon radish.
4.Peel the garlic and separate the cloves, then crush or chop them into small pieces. Add garlic to the bowl.
5.Cut the roots off the spring onions, then cut them diagonally into 1-2 inch pieces. Add spring onions to the mixing bowl.
6.Cut the stems off the Thai peppers, then slice them thinly. Add the sliced peppers to the bowl.
7.Sprinkle 1 cup of sea salt over the vegetables, and massage them gently for 5-10 minutes until softened.
8.Add enough water to cover the vegetables and let them soak for an hour.
9.In a separate bowl, mix together the Korean chili powder, fish sauce, brown sugar, and fresh ginger until well combined.
10.Drain the vegetables after an hour, then rinse them several times under cold water to remove any excess salt. Squeeze out any excess water and add the vegetables to the chili powder mixture in the bowl.
11.Mix the vegetables and chili powder mixture together thoroughly, wearing gloves if necessary to avoid staining your hand.
12.Transfer the kimchi into a large glass jar or container, pressing down to remove any air pockets, and seal the lid tightly.
13.Let the kimchi ferment at room temperature for 1-2 days, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill before serving.

PROS

ChuckwagonCookie’s Authentic Korean Kimchi is a delicious Korean dish that is packed with health benefits.

It is great as a side dish or mixed into rice or noodle dishes.

It is packed with vitamins and minerals, packed with probiotics, and can aid in digestion and gut health.

CONS

Kimchi can be quite spicy, which may not be suitable for those who cannot handle spicy food.

It can have a strong odor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kimchi is a fermented food that has numerous health benefits.
It is rich in vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron.
It is also packed with probiotics, which can help to improve digestion and promote gut health.
Kimchi has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help to prevent chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.

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