Chinese-Korean Cucumber Kimchi

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Delicious and easy Korean-style refrigerator pickles with a bit of Chinese flair! It goes very well with Korean BBQ dishes.

Submitted by Helena C
Published on June 18, 2020
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
3 hrs
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 5 cucumbers, peeled and cut into 1/2 x1 1/2 inch sticks

  • ½ cup sea salt

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • ½ cup white vinegar

  • 1 cup water

  • 2 tablespoons chili bean sauce (toban djan)

  • 1 tablespoon hot chili oil

  • 2 (4 inch) fresh hot red chile peppers, sliced

  • 1 small onion, sliced

  • 5 cloves garlic, sliced and crushed

Directions

  1. Mix the cucumbers and sea salt together in a bowl, let stand for 30 minutes to let the cucumbers soften. Drain, and rinse with fresh water.

  2. While the cucumbers are standing in salt, whisk together the sugar, vinegar, and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and stir in the chili bean sauce and hot chili oil.

  3. Mix the cucumbers with sliced chiles, onion, and garlic in a heatproof airtight container, and pour the hot vinegar mixture over the vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours to blend the flavors. Serve chilled.

Editor's Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the salt. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

80 Calories
1g Fat
17g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 80
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 4415mg 192%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 2g 4%
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Calcium 30mg 2%
Iron 51mg 282%
Potassium 277mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.