Making kimchi is rather counterintuitive. This calculator can be used to identify the minimum fermentation time. It was developed using several studies on factors influencing the fermentation rate, as well as personal experiments using this jar Simply answer the following questions 🙂 Are any of these in your kimchi? Added sugar Sweet fruits Glutinous rice …
Fermentation is more or less synonymous with alcohol. This metabolic process was first demonstrated when a French chemist named Louis Pasteur demonstrated, that fermented beverages are created by living yeast transforming glucose into ethanol. Because kimchi is fermented, you might think kimchi contains alcohol. And it does! However, kimchi does not contain significant amounts of …
The debate about kimchi vs. sauerkraut has been going on for years, with people passionately arguing over which one tastes better. Kimchi is a Korean dish that’s made from fermented cabbage, while sauerkraut is German and Eastern European in origin. At the end of the day, which one you prefer is a very personal choice. …
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There are a few things that can make kimchi bitter, including using too much salt or not fermenting the kimchi properly. The fermentation process can sometimes produce a sour or bitter taste, depending on the ingredients used. In this article, we will tell you how much bitterness can still be considered normal, how to fix …
If your kimchi tastes fishy, it may be due to several factors. First, check the ingredients list to see if the fish sauce was used in the recipe. If so, this may be the cause of the fishy flavor. Kimchi that has been fermented for too long can also develop a fishy taste. If your …
Most kimchi recipes (traditional Korean recipes as well as modern, quicker recipes) call for vinegar in their ingredients. However, for vegan kimchi recipes, adding a tablespoon of vinegar supposedly helps to emphasize the tartness, that you usually get from the fish sauce. Can you add vinegar to kimchi? Yes. You can add vinegar before or …
If you’re a kimchi lover, you might be wondering if it’s possible to can kimchi at home. The answer is yes! Canning kimchi is a great way to preserve this beloved Korean dish. There are a few things to keep in mind when canning kimchi. Remember that you’re dealing with the preservation of probiotic food. …
Widely known as Korean chili powder or Korean chili flakes, gochugaru (ê³ ì¶”ê°€ë£¨) is a variety of coarsely ground red chili pepper used in Korean cuisine. It is usually made with sun-dried peppers and has a deep red color with flecks of orange. The flavor of gochugaru ranges from mild to spicy, with a hint of …
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Making kimchi is a bit of an art form. But even the most experienced kimchi makers can make mistakes from time to time. Some of the most common mistakes include making kimchi that’s too dry or too watery. Luckily, there are some quick solutions for the latter. Drain the kimchi juice The quickest way to …
Kimchi can be a confusing ingredient at first. However, once you begin experimenting with using it as a base ingredient for other dishes. Despite the pungent smell and distinct taste, you will soon realize just how versatile it can be. It adds valuable contrast to virtually any savory dish. While kimchi is usually served cold, …
