Heard Of Viral Cucumber Kimchi Recipe? Here's How To Make It At Home
Cucumber Kimchi
30 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
11
Ingredients
Vegan
Diet
Trying to find a quick kimchi recipe? If you're looking for a fast and easy way to enjoy the tangy, crunchy, and irresistible flavours of traditional Korean kimchi, this cucumber version is perfect. Crisp cucumber, which takes flavours well and is immediately refreshing, is the star of this spin on classic baechu kimchi.
This kimchi recipe is loaded with flavour, garlic, ginger, chilli, and a hint of vinegar, and it's vegan, gluten-free, and ideal for any occasion, from salads to snacks. This cucumber kimchi is perfect for those times when you need a spicy kick to go with your rice, noodles, or grilled mains, or if you have unexpected guests around. It doesn't matter whether you've made kimchi before or not; this kimchi recipe is easy to mimic the traditional Korean flavour.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
2 medium Fresh cucumber
1½ tspSalt
2Spring onion
2 clovesGarlic
1 tspGinger, grated
1 tbspKorean red chilli flakes (gochugaru)
1½ tbspRice vinegar
2 tsp Soy sauce
1 tspSugar
1 tspToasted sesame oil
1 tspSesame seeds
Plate it up!
Plate it up!
Plating Instructions
Plating Instructions

Present Cucumber Kimchi in small bowls or arrange on a platter for a vibrant side dish.
Pairing Instructions
Pairing Instructions
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Ideal to serve with rice bowls, complement grilled meats and veggies, or fill into wraps and sandwiches.
Garnishing Instructions
Garnishing Instructions
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Garnish with chopped spring onion for colour and more sesame seeds for crunch.
Kimchi is a classic Korean side dish made with fermented veggies, typically radish or cabbage, that are spiced with chilli, garlic, and other seasonings.

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