Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Daikon radish

Peeled and Cut

1 unit

Napa cabbage

Cut

4 tbsp

Kosher salt

1 bunch

Spring/green onion

Trimmed and sliced

12 clove

Garlic

Peeled and sliced

1 inch

Ginger

Peeled and shredded

3 unit

Red chili peppers

Seeded and slivered

0.25 cup

Kosher salt

2 tbsp

Ground red chili pepper

Fine ground

3 l

Water

Step 1
~70 min

Peel, wash, and cut the daikon radish into 1x1x0.75 inch pieces.

Step 2
~70 min

Remove outer green leaves from the Napa cabbage.

Step 3
~70 min

Cut the Napa cabbage heart in half from top to bottom.

Step 4
~70 min

Remove and discard any solid material at the bottom of the cabbage.

Step 5
~70 min

Cut the white leaves into 1x1.5 inch pieces.

Step 6
~70 min

Place the cut daikon and Napa cabbage into a large mixing bowl, add 4 tbsp salt and mix well.

Step 7
~70 min

Let stand for about thirty minutes then rinse in cold water.

Step 8
~70 min

Trim the green onions, rinse, and remove the green parts.

Step 9
~70 min

Slice the remaining white portions in half (quarters if large), from top to bottom.

Step 10
~70 min

Thin slice the garlic cloves from top to bottom.

Step 11
~70 min

Finely shred the ginger.

Step 12
~70 min

Cut the red chili peppers in half, remove the seeds, then sliver.

Step 13
~70 min

Add onion, garlic, ginger, and pepper to the radish/cabbage and mix well.

Step 14
~70 min

Place into a large sealable container.

Step 15
~70 min

For the Brine, Put 3 quarts water and 1/4 cup salt into a large pot, bowl, or jar and shake/stir well.

Step 16
~70 min

Place ground red chili pepper into the center of a clean, lint free cloth, then place a chop stick, spoon, or other utensil on the cloth.

Step 17
~70 min

Form a sack or pocket over the pepper and wrap the end of the cloth around the utensil, forming a rough spoon.

Step 18
~70 min

Gently stir the cloth wrapped pepper through the brine until the brine is tinted a pale to medium red color.

Step 19
~70 min

Remove the cloth and discard the pepper.

Step 20
~70 min

Pour the brine over the vegetables and let stand at room temperature, protected from direct sunlight, for at least six hours (up to 24 hours), then refrigerate.

Step 21
~70 min

Serve cold in a small bowl as part of a ban chan array.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your desired spice level.

Make sure the vegetables are fully submerged in the brine to prevent spoilage.

Fermentation time will vary depending on temperature; taste regularly.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with Korean meals.

Enjoy as a snack.

Use as a condiment.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled meats
Rice
Tofu

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Korea

Cultural Significance

Kimchi is a staple food in Korean cuisine, consumed daily and at every meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Korean New Year (Seollal)
Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)

Occasion Tags

Everyday meals
Holidays
Parties

Popularity Score

70/100

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