Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Korea with our easy-to-follow Kimchi Recipe. This traditional dish is a perfect blend of crunchy napa cabbage, tangy seasonings, and a hint of sweetness from apple, creating a delightful probiotic-rich addition to any meal. Whether served alongside rice or incorporated into tacos and fried rice, homemade kimchi is versatile and customizable to fit your taste preferences. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can enjoy this healthy fermented dish in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large napa cabbage
- 3 carrots
- 1 small daikon radish
- 1 bunch of green onions
- 4 tablespoons of salt
- 1 small chunk of ginger
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 peeled apple
- 2 tablespoons of Korean coarse red pepper
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
Instructions
- Sterilize a glass mixing bowl and wash the napa cabbage, cutting it into thin strips.
- Massage salt into the cabbage for about 2 minutes, then add julienned carrots, daikon radish, and green onions. Massage until coated.
- Blend ginger, garlic, apple, red pepper, and fish sauce in a food processor until smooth.
- Mix the spice mixture with the vegetables until evenly coated.
- Pack the mixture into glass jars, ensuring they stay submerged in brine.
- Ferment away from direct sunlight for 1-2 weeks before transferring to the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Fermentation
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg