CUCUMBER KIMCHI (OI SOBAEGI)

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Great dish. I had it while I was in Korea and had to bring it back with me; the recipe that is. The dish is ready after 30 minutes, but the cucumbers become infused with more flavor after 12 to 24 hours.

Provided by Eric Bazemore-Gardner

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 English cucumber
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 scallions, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
¼ inch piece fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 tablespoon hot chile oil
1 tablespoon Korean chile powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon fish sauce

Steps:

  • Cut cucumber into 4-inch pieces and cut each piece into quarters. Place cucumber pieces in a bowl, add salt, and mix until coated. Let cucumbers stand at room temperature until liquid has been extracted, about 30 minutes; drain.
  • Combine scallions, vinegar, garlic, ginger, chile oil, Korean chile powder, sugar, and fish sauce in a non-reactive bowl.
  • Stir cucumbers into the vinegar mixture; cover bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate cucumber mixture until chilled and flavors have blended, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 365.7 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Josh Harvey
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This kimchi looks delicious!


Zelalem Getachew
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Natashia Coring
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This kimchi is the perfect addition to any meal.


Om chaudhary Chaudhary
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I love the crunchy texture of this kimchi.


Elphus Hlongwane
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This kimchi is a great way to use up cucumbers.


Bisma Hotinatkhat
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I'm so glad I tried this recipe! It's so easy to make and the kimchi is amazing.


Mridodi Rajesh
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This kimchi is delicious! I love the slightly sour and spicy flavor.


Donna Talaban
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I've made this kimchi several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up cucumbers.


chuse Icon
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This kimchi is so good! I love the crunchy texture and the spicy flavor. It's the perfect addition to any meal.


Abdullahalam Alam
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and the kimchi is delicious. I've already made it several times and it's always a hit.


Bindu Nepali
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This kimchi is amazing! I've never had cucumber kimchi before, but I'm definitely a fan now. It's so flavorful and has a nice kick to it.


priscilla micheal
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I made this cucumber kimchi last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up cucumbers.


Iqra Qureshi
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This cucumber kimchi is so delicious and refreshing! I love the slightly sour and spicy flavor. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.