Kimchi (korean cabbage relish)

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Head Chinese cabbage cut into 1/2-in. strips
3tablespoonsSalt
6Green onions; chopped (or less, if desired)
3Garlic clove; minced (or less, if desired)
½teaspoonCrushed dried hot red chile
1teaspoonChopped gingerroot

Directions

Soak cabbage in salted water to cover 5 to 10 hours. Drain. Combine cabbage with salt, green onions, garlic, chile and gingerroot. Mix well and spoon into large jar. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 days before using. Keeps well several weeks. Use as relish or salad.

Makes about 1 quart

(C) 1992 The Los Angeles Times

Posted by Karen Mintzias in Intercook