Crispy Baek Kimchi
Quick-brined napa cabbage with a ginger-garlic punch, no fermentation needed. Crunchy, tangy, and ready to eat straight from the pan.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 35
- Protein
- 2g

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Ingredients
- 1 small head napa cabbage, halved lengthwise and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- 1
Toss cabbage with salt in a large bowl until it starts to soften and release water, about 3 minutes.
- 2
Drain well. Squeeze out excess liquid with your hands until cabbage feels damp but not dripping wet.
- 3
Return cabbage to bowl. Add ginger, garlic, gochugaru, and vinegar. Toss until every piece is coated red.
- 4
Let sit 5 minutes for flavors to settle. Taste and add more salt or vinegar if needed. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- Large mixing bowl
- Cutting board and sharp knife
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