NAPA CABBAGE KIMCHI (AKA PAECHU KIMCHI)

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Napa Cabbage Kimchi (aka paechu kimchi) image

Provided by David Chang

Categories     Garlic     Ginger     Leafy Green     Vegetable     Chill     Cabbage     Advance Prep Required

Yield Makes 1 to 1 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small to medium head Napa cabbage, discolored or loose outer leaves discarded
2 tablespoons kosher or coarse sea salt
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
20 garlic cloves, minced
20 slices peeled fresh ginger, minced
1/2 cup kochukaru (Korean chile powder)
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup usukuchi (light soy sauce)
2 teaspoons jarred salted shrimp
1/2 cup 1-inch pieces scallions (greens and whites)
1/2 cup julienned carrots

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the cabbage lengthwise in half, then cut the halves crosswise into 1-inch-wide-pieces. Toss the cabbage with the salt and 2 tablespoons of the sugar in a bowl. Let sit overnight in the refrigerator.
  • 2. Combine the garlic, ginger, kochukaru, fish sauce, soy sauce, shrimp, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar in a large bowl. If it is very thick, add water 1/3 cup at a time until the brine is just thicker than a creamy salad dressing but no longer a sludge. Stir in the scallions and carrots.
  • 3. Drain the cabbage and add it to the brine. Cover and refrigerate. Though the kimchi will be tasty after 24 hours, it will be better in a week and at its prime in 2 weeks. It will still be good for another couple weeks after that, though it will grow incrementally stronger and funkier.

Knox Jarvis
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I love this kimchi! It's so flavorful and versatile. I use it in everything from tacos to stir-fries.


Waleed Rajput
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This kimchi is amazing! It's the perfect balance of spicy, sour, and sweet.


Tariqanwar Tariqanwar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This kimchi is so easy to make, and it turns out perfect every time.


Manash Manash
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This kimchi is delicious! I love the way the flavors meld together. It's the perfect side dish for any Korean meal.


Nissan Khadka
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I've been making this kimchi for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to add some spice and flavor to any meal.


Salman Bd
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This kimchi is so good! I can't stop eating it. It's the perfect snack or side dish.


Lukarrio Williams
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I love making this kimchi. It's a great way to use up leftover cabbage, and it's always a hit at parties.


Shannon Jackson
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This kimchi is delicious! It's the perfect balance of spicy and tart, and the cabbage is nice and crunchy.


MD ABDOR RAZZAK
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I've never made kimchi before, but this recipe made it easy. The kimchi turned out so good, and it's been a hit with my friends and family.


Aqsa SSamad
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the kimchi turned out great! I especially love the addition of the pears and ginger.


Darama Channel
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I love the tangy, spicy flavor of this kimchi. It's the perfect side dish for any Korean meal.


KAREEM Mallah
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This kimchi recipe is a game-changer! The flavors are so complex and delicious, and the cabbage has a perfect crunch. I've made it twice now, and it's already a family favorite.