SAEDNEWS: Kimchi is a symbolic Korean food that is served both as a type of pickle and as a main dish. In this article, you will learn about the essential ingredients and the steps involved in preparing this delicious traditional dish.
According to Saednews, Kimchi is one of the most essential traditional Korean foods. Koreans believe that wherever a Korean person lives, kimchi should always have a place on their dining table. Many people enjoy kimchi as a side dish or a type of pickle served alongside meals, while others eat it as a main dish with rice. Kimchi is also widely used as an ingredient in many other Korean dishes. Let’s learn how to prepare this delicious and famous Korean food.
1 Chinese cabbage (Napa cabbage)
1 cup sliced green onions
1 cup shredded white radish
1 cup chili powder
½ cup salt
2 cloves grated garlic
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 cup water
Kimchi is one of the most famous Korean dishes and can be found in almost every Korean home and restaurant. It can be served alongside dishes such as Spanish-style chicken meals or Korean stuffed chicken rolls.
To prepare kimchi, first cut the Chinese cabbage in half and wash it carefully with water. While washing, make sure the cabbage leaves remain attached and do not separate.
Sprinkle salt between the cabbage leaves and leave it at room temperature for about three hours until the cabbage becomes soft and releases water.
In a bowl, mix water, chili powder, grated garlic, ginger, green onions, and shredded radish thoroughly. After three hours, when the cabbage has softened, gently rinse and drain it.
Wear gloves and carefully spread the prepared mixture between the cabbage leaves without separating them. Place the prepared kimchi in an airtight container.
Leave the kimchi at room temperature for two days, then store it in the refrigerator. In most Korean cities and restaurants, kimchi is usually served as a side dish with main meals. However, in some regions of Korea, people enjoy it as a main dish with bread or rice.
