Crisp and Sweet & Sour Cabbage and Chive Pickle
The Perfect Match for Meat! Indulge in the Addictive Flavor of Cabbage and Chive Pickle with a Golden Soy Sauce Recipe
Let’s make a delicious sweet and sour cabbage, chive, and onion pickle that cuts through the richness of meat and enhances your meal. It’s so good, you won’t be able to stop!
Main Ingredients- 1/6 head of cabbage
- 1/4 bundle of chives
- 1/4 onion (optional, for richer flavor)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp mustard sauce
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s recreate that amazing onion, chive, and cabbage pickle you enjoy at Korean BBQ restaurants right at home! The secret is this addictive, ‘magic’ soy sauce that you won’t be able to resist.
Step 2
First, wash the fresh cabbage and chives thoroughly and drain any excess water. Thinly shred the cabbage into fine strips. Cut the chives into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4 cm long. (Optional: Thinly slice 1/4 onion and add it with the cabbage and chives for an even more robust flavor.)
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the special ‘magic’ soy sauce that will make this pickle truly exceptional. In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup of clean water. Add 1/2 teaspoon of mustard sauce for a pleasant pungency.
Step 4
Next, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to bring in a refreshing sourness that perfectly balances the richness of the meat. It plays a crucial role in harmonizing the flavors of all the ingredients.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar for a touch of sweetness and mix well. The combination with mustard creates a delightful kick that is subtly addictive and wonderfully complex.
Step 6
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, the key to umami, and stir everything together until the dressing is well combined. This golden ratio soy sauce is the secret to elevating the pickle’s flavor to the next level.
Step 7
Now, simply pour the prepared magic soy sauce over the sliced vegetables and toss gently! You can enjoy it immediately for a crisp texture and sweet-and-sour taste, or let it chill in the refrigerator for a while to allow the flavors to meld even further. Complete your delicious meal with this wonderfully crisp, sweet, and sour cabbage and chive pickle!
