Description
Fresh Homemade Kimchi – w/o buying a lot of stuff is a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Korean cuisine. This simple kimchi recipe allows you to create a spicy, tangy side dish using minimal ingredients, perfect for enhancing your meals or enjoying as a healthy snack. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch that can be enjoyed fresh or stored in the refrigerator for later use. Packed with probiotics and vitamins, homemade kimchi not only tantalizes your taste buds but also supports gut health. Customize it to your liking by adjusting spice levels or adding extra vegetables for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb napa cabbage, cut into 2–3" pieces
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 c Korean red chili flakes (gochugaru)
- 1/4 c soy sauce (as a fish sauce substitute)
- 2 Tb garlic, minced
- 6 green onions, cut into 2–3" pieces
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine napa cabbage and salt; let sit for about an hour until softened.
- Rinse the cabbage thoroughly to remove excess salt and drain well.
- Prepare the seasoning paste by mixing red chili flakes, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a separate bowl.
- Massage the paste into the drained cabbage and mix in green onions until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg