What is Kimchi?
Kimchi can be classified as one of the healthiest food in the world. Didn't believe me? Let me prove now! In 2006 almost an decade ago, in KBS Radio they listed top 5 most healthiest food in the world and kimchi is one the dishes from the list.
KBS Radio stated "An American monthly has selected kimchi as one of the world's five healthiest foods. Health Magazine recommended in its March online edition that people include the spicy fermented cabbage dish in their diets, emphasizing kimchi's high content of vitamins A, B and C. Citing recent studies, the magazine said that healthy bacteria in kimchi can prevent yeast infections, help with digestion and may also help prevent cancer. "
Since, I have proved my point now I want to share easiest recipe so that everyone can try this dish at home. Other than preventing cancer, Kimchi also boosts immune system. In the middle of pandemic, boosting our immune system is very important.
Recipe 🤫
I learned this recipe from one of the food blog page. This recipe is an adaptation.
The main ingredients
The ingredients you need are
1. leaf cabbage (2 whole cabbage)
2. Carrot ( 2 minced well)
3. Salt ( 1 teaspoon)
4. Sugar (1/2 teaspoon)
5.Gochujang (2 tablespoon)
6.Garlic ( 1 clove minced)
7. Ginger ( 1/2 blended)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Cut the cabbage lengthwise through the stem into quarters. Cut the cores from each piece. Cut each quarter crosswise into 2-inch-wide strips.
2.Salt the cabbage. Place the cabbage in a large bowl and sprinkle with the salt. Using your hands, massage the salt into the cabbage until it starts to soften a bit.
3.Add enough water to cover the cabbage. Put a plate on top of the cabbage and weigh it down with something heavy, like a jar or can of beans.
4.Let stand for 1 to 2 hours. Rinse and drain the cabbage. Rinse the cabbage under cold water 3 times.
5.Set aside to drain in a colander for 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile, make the spice paste. Make the spice paste. Rinse and dry the bowl you used for salting.
6. Add the garlic, ginger, sugar, and fish sauce, shrimp paste, or water and stir into a smooth paste. Stir in the gochugaru, using 1 tablespoon for mild and up to 5 tablespoons for spicy (I like about 3 1/2 tablespoons); set aside until the cabbage is ready.
7.Combine the vegetables and spice paste. Gently squeeze any remaining water from the cabbage and add it to the spice paste. Add the radish and scallions.
8. Mix thoroughly. Using your hands, gently work the paste into the vegetables until they are thoroughly coated. The gloves are optional here but highly recommended to protect your hands from stings, stains, and smells!
9. Pack the kimchi into the jar. Pack the kimchi into a 1-quart jar. Press down on the kimchi until the brine (the liquid that comes out) rises to cover the vegetables, leaving at least 1 inch of space at the top. Seal the jar.
10. Let it ferment for 1 to 5 days. Place a bowl or plate under the jar to help catch any overflow. Let the jar stand at cool room temperature, out of direct sunlight, for 1 to 5 days. You may see bubbles inside the jar and brine may seep out of the lid.
Recipe source : https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-easy-kimchi-at-home-189390
