Super Easy Soda Radish Kimchi: Refreshingly Tangy!
Easy Soda Radish Kimchi using a popular YouTube recipe
This is a very simple soda radish kimchi recipe inspired by a popular video from YouTuber ‘집밥 korean home cooking’. It offers a wonderfully refreshing and tangy taste, perfect for any occasion. I’ve detailed the steps to make it easy for beginners to follow. It’s a fantastic palate cleanser or a delightful side dish for a hot day!
Main Ingredients- 500g Radishes (Mu)
- 500ml Soda Water (or sparkling water)
- 0.5 tsp Ground Ginger (or finely minced fresh ginger)
- 1 tsp Ground Garlic (or finely minced fresh garlic)
- A few Red and Green Chilies (for color)
- 3 tsp Salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash 500g of fresh radishes thoroughly. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm thick. Sprinkle 3 tsp of salt over the cut radishes and let them sit for about 15-20 minutes to lightly pickle. This step helps the radishes become crispier and draws out moisture, allowing them to absorb flavors better.
Step 2
Now it’s time to add the seasonings. Add 0.5 tsp of ground ginger (or finely minced fresh ginger) and 1 tsp of ground garlic (or finely minced fresh garlic) to the lightly pickled radishes. If you like a bit of color and mild heat, thinly slice a few red and green chilies and add them in. Gently toss everything together to ensure the radishes are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Step 3
Time to make the kimchi brine! Pour about 500ml of cold soda water (or sparkling water) over the radishes, ensuring they are submerged. Gently stir to dissolve any powders. Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days to ferment. The brine will become clearer, and the flavors will deepen. If after a few days the liquid level drops and exposes the radishes, add a little more soda water to keep them fully submerged. Serve chilled for the best taste!
