Appetizers, Kimchi, Korean, Recipes, Side Dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian, Veggies

Quick Cucumber Kimchi

September 4, 2013

Cucumber KimchiThere’s not many combinations better than spicy, garlicky, kimchi and a bowl of steaming hot rice.  When accompanied with either grilled chicken or tofu marinated in Granny’s Teriyaki sauce, or Korean Style Hamburger Patties, it’s a mouth-watering experience.

Japanese CucumberI do enjoy the more traditional Napa cabbage kimchi but there’s something special about crunchy cucumber kimchi.  Whole Spice Korean chili flakes add a beautiful color and mild sweetness without too much heat to the kimchi.

Kimchi Ingredients

Quick Cucumber Kimchi

Serves 2 as a side dish

Ingredients

1 pound Japanese cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise into 1/3 inch thick slices.

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

1/4 cup thinly sliced Maui or sweet onion

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon minced ginger

1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion

2 teaspoons sesame oil

dash of fish sauce (optional)

3 teaspoons Korean chili flakes

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Preparation

Place sliced cucumbers in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt.  Toss well.  Let stand for 20 minutes then rinse and drain well.  Rinse the bowl.

Place cucumbers back into the bowl and add the remaining ingredients.  Mix everything together and transfer to a smaller serving bowl.  Refrigerate until chilled.  Sprinkle additional green onions on the top before serving if desired.  The kimchi is best eaten the same day.  Any leftovers are a welcome addition to your bento lunch the following day.

 

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  • Norma November 16, 2013 at 12:55 pm

    I have missed kimchi more than any other food since moving to the Mainland. I will try this recipe this weekend. Thanks for sharing!

    • Kiyo November 16, 2013 at 4:38 pm

      Hi Norma! Are you from Hawaii? I see kimchi in markets in the mainland, have you ever tried any? This cucumber kimchi is so easy and it goes well with a bowl of steaming rice! Hope you enjoy it. Aloha!

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