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Kkakdugi

A quick, crunchy radish kimchi that's ready in minutes. Perfect as a side dish or snack.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
35
Protein
1g
Kkakdugi
quickeasykoreanveganvegetariangluten-freedairy-freenone

Ingredients

  • 1 medium radish
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel the 1 medium radish and cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a bowl and toss with the 1 tsp salt. Let sit for 10 minutes until it releases liquid.

  2. 2

    Drain the radish, reserving the liquid. In a small bowl, mix the 2 tbsp gochugaru, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sugar with 2 tbsp of the reserved liquid to form a paste.

  3. 3

    Add the paste to the radish and toss well to coat every piece. The radish should look evenly red and glossy.

  4. 4

    Serve immediately, or transfer to a jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week. The flavor deepens as it sits.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • knife
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl

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