Super Easy Green Onion Kimchi
Green Onion Kimchi Featured on Sumi’s Side Dishes (Sumine Banchan)
Hello everyone! Today, I’m excited to share a recipe for Green Onion Kimchi that was featured on the popular Korean cooking show ‘Sumine Banchan’ and has garnered a lot of anticipation. This kimchi is incredibly simple to make, especially if you have some fresh green onions growing at home. Watching the show, I thought, ‘Anyone can easily make this!’ and after trying it myself, that couldn’t be more true. Let’s get started on this irresistibly simple and delicious Green Onion Kimchi!
Basic Ingredients- 7 fresh green onions (focus on the white root parts)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.3 Tbsp minced ginger
- 2 Tbsp anchovy sauce
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – adjust to your preference
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish and flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 7 fresh green onions. The key to great green onion kimchi is the crisp texture of the white root parts. The green leafy parts can release a lot of sap, which can affect the kimchi’s taste, so it’s best to omit them. Use only the firm, white root sections. Cut these white parts into pieces about two finger-widths long. Cutting them too long might prevent the seasoning from penetrating evenly, while cutting them too short could diminish the texture, so aim for a consistent, bite-sized length.
Step 2
Place the prepared green onions into a mixing bowl. Now it’s time to season. Add 0.5 Tbsp of minced garlic and 0.3 Tbsp of minced ginger. Then, for a boost of savory flavor, add 2 Tbsp of anchovy sauce. Finally, add the gochugaru, which will give the kimchi its vibrant color and spicy kick. The show mentioned adjusting the amount of gochugaru to your liking. I used 3 Tbsp because I had a good amount of green onions, which resulted in a deep red color. Depending on the quantity of your green onions, 2 to 3 Tbsp is a good range to consider for optimal flavor and color.
Step 3
Lastly, sprinkle in a desired amount of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma and flavor. Now, gently mix all the ingredients together with your hands until the green onions are evenly coated with the seasoning. The trick here is to toss them gently to avoid bruising the delicate green onions. Be careful not to mix too vigorously.
Step 4
Voila! Your incredibly simple Green Onion Kimchi is ready. Unlike traditional kimchi, there’s no salting process involved, and absolutely no sugar is added, allowing the natural flavors of the green onions to shine. It almost resembles a refreshing green onion salad! It’s a fantastic side dish for rice and also works wonderfully to cut through the richness of meat dishes. When you’re craving something quick, easy, and delicious, give this charming Green Onion Kimchi a try!
