
Fermented Kimchi
Learn how to make the traditional Korean fermented dish, Kimchi, packed with flavor and probiotics.
Prep time: 60 min4medium
Ingredients
- 1 Napa Cabbage
- 1/2 cup Korean red pepper powder
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup salt
- 4 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cut the cabbage in half lengthwise and remove the core. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine cabbage and salt in a large bowl, massage the salt into the cabbage, and let sit for 1 hour.
- Rinse the cabbage to remove excess salt and drain well.
- In a separate bowl, combine garlic, ginger, fish sauce, sugar, and Korean red pepper powder to make the kimchi paste.
- Add the green onions to the paste and mix well.
- Gently coat the cabbage with the kimchi paste.
- Transfer the mixture into a clean jar, pressing down to remove air bubbles.
- Let the kimchi ferment at room temperature for 1-5 days depending on your desired level of fermentation.
- Once fermented, store in the refrigerator and enjoy!
Category: SnacksCuisine: Japanese