Quick Cucumber Kimchi
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Cucumber kimchi is a super simple condiment that adds all of the spice and tang of kimchi but only takes about 20 minutes to make - no fermenting necessary!
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- Kimchi Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- ½ Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp chopped garlic (optional)
Instructions
- Slice cucumber into thin round discs (approx 5-6mm thick)
- Sprinkle coarse sea salt over cucumbers and let sit for 20 minutes (toss occasionally)
- Thoroughly ring all water from cucumbers by squeezing between two hands
- Rinse under cold water 5-6 times to remove salt
- Mix together kimchi seasoning and combine with cucumbers
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish
- Serve cold and keep refrigerated for up to 1 week
