Quick kimchi-style cabbage salad

This quick cabbage salad in the kimchi style is the fresher, faster cousin of traditional kimchi, which is fermented for weeks: salted cabbage, chilli, garlic and ginger give a tangy, spicy, crunchy salad within half an hour. A good side with rice or in sandwiches.

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Method

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1. Massage the salt into the cabbage and leave for 15 minutes so it releases its liquid. ⏱ Timer: 15 min
2. Rinse the cabbage (if too salty), squeeze it out well and put it in a bowl.
3. Mix the garlic, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce, chilli and sugar into a paste.
4. Add the carrots, radishes and spring onions to the cabbage.
5. Toss everything with the paste (wear gloves, as the chilli stings the skin) and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
6. Eat immediately, but it is better after 1–2 hours (or overnight) in the fridge; store in a jar. ⏱ Timer: 1 h

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Tips

• Salting is essential: it draws out water so the cabbage stays crunchy.
• Gochugaru (Korean chilli flakes) gives the characteristic smoky, fruity heat; otherwise use paprika and a little chilli.
• In a jar it keeps in the fridge for 5 days and gradually turns sour.
• A refreshing side for sandwiches and bowls.

Frequently asked questions

Is this real kimchi?

No; real kimchi is fermented for days, this is a quick, fresh version.

Is it vegan?

Yes, as it is (it has no fish sauce).

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