This quick cucumber kimchi is bursting with bold Korean flavor for a deliciously crunchy, spicy, tangy condiment or side dish. Enjoy easy cucumber kimchi in a rice bowl, alongside meat, or by itself; it is that good!
4small CucumbersEnglish cucumber or Persian cucumbers are ideal
1/2Onionthinly sliced
2sprigs Green onionchopped
3tablespoonsKorean Pepper Flakes(gochugaru)
3tablespoonsRice vinegar
3tablespoonsSoy sauce
1tablespoonGojuchang
1tablespoonSesame oil
2tablespoonsSugar
2clovesGarlicminced
Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Place a paper towel into the bottom of a bowl. Now Slice the cucumbers into thin coins, about ¼ inch thick.
Place the cucumbers, along with the sliced onions and green onions, into the bowl on top of the paper towel. Allow the liquid from the cucumbers to soak into the towel while you prepare the kimchi sauce.
In a small bowl combine the Korean pepper flakes, rice vinegar, soy sauce, gojuchang, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic. Stir it well until everything is fully incorporated.
Remove the paper towel from bowl with the cucumbers, and pour the kimchi sauce mixture over the cucumber and onions and stir it until everything is fully coated with the sauce.
Enjoy right away, or cover the container with an airtight lid and allow them to ferment at room temperature overnight.
Then store them in the fridge. Sprinkle sesame seeds on them to serve (if desired).