Spicy Quick Pickles Recipe
Have you ever craved for kimchi, but didn't want to deal with the prolonged waiting process? Today's Quick Kimchi recipe is perfect for you. The ingredients used are common, and the preparation process is notably brief. Come and try it with me!
Why I love this recipe
The reason I'm fond of this recipe is primarily that this Quick Kimchi is a dish that can be made rapidly, offering a sour and spicy taste that is remarkably refreshing. Given my busy work schedule, its simple and efficient preparation process is a boon, and I believe it's also well-suited for the modern individual with a hectic work life. Whether you're a novice in cooking or an experienced chef, you can try making this delicious kimchi, adding a distinct flavor to your dining table.
Ingredients Needed and Substitutions
The ingredients you need to make delicious kimchi include:
Main Ingredients
Daikon radish: is the main ingredient , providing a crisp texture and a light sweetness.
Carrot: One of the main ingredients, providing rich nutrition and crisp taste.
Cabbage: Another main ingredient, providing a delicious texture.
Side dishes
Chili pepper, green pepper, and chili oil : provide spicy flavor and increase the taste of kimchi.
Seasoning
Garlic, ginger slices, and peppercorns : provide a special aroma and enhance the flavor of kimchi.
Salt and white wine : Both serve as preservatives and seasonings.
Alternatives:
White radish: You can use radish or beetroot instead.
Carrots: can be replaced with red pepper or pumpkin.
Cabbage: You can use lettuce or chinese cabbage instead.
Tips for Success
If you want to make quick kimchi successfully, the following tips cannot be ignored:
Choose fresh ingredients : Buy fresh white radish, carrots and cabbage. The freshness of the ingredients will affect the taste and flavor of the kimchi.
The thickness of slices of white radish and carrot should be moderate : When processing white radish and carrot, pay attention to the thickness of the slices. It is best to control it at around 2-3 mm. This will not only ensure that the kimchi is flavorful, but also maintain a crisp taste.
Boil the pepper water thoroughly: Pepper water is an important raw material for making quick kimchi . To make pepper water , you need to boil it slowly over low heat to allow the aroma of pepper to fully release. Add appropriate amounts of salt and white wine to enhance the flavor.
INGREDIENTS
Main Ingredients
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·300g white radish
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·250g carrots
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·250g cabbage
Accessories
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·5 Chili
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·1 Green pepper
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·15 g chili oil
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·10g garlic
Seasonings
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·15g Sichuan peppercorn
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·20g Salt
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·5ml Liquor
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·10g Ginger
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·2000ml water
COOKING STEP
Step 1
Ingredients preparation: Wash and slice 300g white radish and 250g carrots, wash and cut 250g cabbage into small pieces, wash and cut 5 millet peppers, 1 green pepper and 10g garlic and set aside.
Step 2
Prepare pepper water: Pour 1000ml of water into a pot, add 15g of pepper and bring to a boil over low heat, then add 3 spoons of salt, 5ml of white wine and 10g of ginger slices, stir well and pour out to cool.
Step 3
Blanch vegetables: Put 1000ml of water in another pot and bring to a boil. Add white radish and carrot and blanch for 1 minute. Remove from the pot and add cabbage and blanch for 50 seconds. Remove from the pot and rinse with cold water and drain.
Step 4
Pickle in jars: Put the processed vegetables into jars, add millet peppers, green peppers, garlic slices and 1 spoon of salt, and pour in cooled pepper water until the jar is full.
Step 5
Seal the jar: Cover the jar lid and pour water around the lid to seal it.
Step 6
Marinating is complete: After marinating for 12 hours, take out the ingredients, pour chili oil on them, mix well and you can start eating.
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Serving Suggestions
Quick pickles can be eaten with the following foods:
Recommended pairing
White porridge: The sour and sweet taste of kimchi is suitable for pairing with light white porridge, which can both stimulate the appetite and increase the flavor of the porridge.
Rice : Quick pickles can stimulate the taste buds and increase appetite, and are very suitable to be eaten with rice.
Western food: Quick pickles can also be eaten with Western food , such as hamburgers, sandwiches or salads, to add a refreshing taste.
Barbecue snacks: Barbecue snacks are suitable for eating, and they can also be paired with small pickles, which can not only neutralize the greasiness of the barbecue, but also increase the flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Eat in moderation: Kimchi is a pickled product that contains a lot of salt and acidic substances. It is recommended to eat it in moderation and avoid overeating.
Eat immediately: After taking out the quick pickles , it is best to eat them as soon as possible.
