If properly stored, kimchi can last up to 6 months. However, there are many variables to consider in order to determine the shelf life of your kimchi, such as the storage conditions, the ingredients, and the number of times the kimchi jar has been aerated. We will teach you everything you need to know about …
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Kimchi is not always low carb, but with a few simple tweaks, most types of kimchi can be turned into a keto-friendly dish. The main high-carb “culprits” in Kimchi are glutinous rice flour, corn starch, carrots, onions, Korean pear, and apple. Most kimchi call for one of these ingredients. Luckily it is very easy to …
Fizzy kimchi is perfectly natural and a positive sign of well-executed fermentation. While many people appreciate the subtle carbonation of kimchi, others can’t stand it. Perhaps it reminds you of rotten fruit juice? Maybe you simply don’t like the sharp, tingly sensation on your tongue or the roof of your mouth? Luckily you can prevent …
Have you craved some kimchi before but couldn’t track down any fresh Chinese cabbage in your supermarket? No worries! Napa cabbage is the most common base ingredient in most kimchi recipes. But can substitute it for a variety of different green leafy vegetables. Another unique Asian vegetable is bok choy. Bok choy has a milder …
When pregnant ladies begin looting the fridge late at night to satisfy their vampire-like cravings, they typically scan every shelf for the pickle jar. However, there is a new, even smellier, jar in town! Thanks to its potent, sour flavor, generously fermented kimchi during pregnancy can be a tempting indulgence. There is no evidence suggesting …
You discovered the freeze-dried, dehydrated kimchi chips in the snack section at your local trader joe’s? As a seasoned kimchi aficionado, you could probably do better? Especially, considering these store-bought chips are not even fermented to begin with! Dehydrating your homemade or store-bought will help you extend the already long shelf life of kimchi even …
You can easily fix kimchi too salty by bulking it up. Add more fresh vegetables or some mild, store-bought kimchi to reduce the overall salt concentration. If you’re prepared to sacrifice some flavor, you can also rinse your Kimchi in water. If it’s your first time making kimchi, don’t be shocked if it seems too …
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Kimchi juice is a briny byproduct created during the fermentation process of kimchi. While most chefs prefer to use it as a spicy, tangy ingredient in fusion food recipes, you can also drink it straight up as a shot or use it to craft your own kimchi bloody mary cocktails. If you like kimchi juice, …
