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Kim Chee

Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis Allergens: Shellfish
Kim Chee

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Brassicaceae (cabbage, radish), Amaryllidaceae (garlic, onion)
  • Primary Cuisine Korean, East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Napa cabbage, Korean radish, chili, garlic, ginger, fermented seafood (optional)

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Kim Chee ?

A traditional Korean side dish of fermented vegetables, most commonly napa cabbage and Korean radish, seasoned with a vibrant mix of gochugaru (chili powder), garlic, ginger, and other aromatics.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Kim Chee ?

Le/La/L'Kim Chee a un goût pungent, spicy, sour, umami, salty avec des arômes pungent, garlicky, fermented, spicy.

Taste
Pungent, Spicy, Sour, Umami, Salty
Texture
Crisp, Crunchy, Chewy (cabbage leaves)
Aroma
Pungent, Garlicky, Fermented, Spicy
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1/2 cup (75g)
Calories15 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0.0 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.1 g
Total Carbohydrate2.8 g
Dietary Fiber1.6 g
Total Sugars1.2 g
Calcium30 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium160 mg

Le secret du chef

The funkier, more sour Kim Chee becomes, the better it is for cooking into stews (Kimchi Jjigae) or fried rice; fresh Kim Chee is best for side dishes.

Substituts & Proportions pour Kim Chee

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Kim Chee est Sauerkraut, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar sour, fermented cabbage flavor and crisp texture, but lacks spice.

Substituts pour Kim Chee avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Sauerkraut Meilleur 1:1 Similar sour, fermented cabbage flavor and crisp texture, but lacks spice.
Spicy Pickled Cabbage 1:1 Can mimic the spicy and tangy notes, but won't have the deep fermentation complexity.
Spicy Daikon Radish Kimchi (Kkakdugi) 1:1 If the radish crunch and spice are desired over cabbage.
Fermented Hot Sauce N/A For dishes needing just the pungent, spicy, and sour notes without the texture.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Kim Chee

  1. Look for fresh, vibrant color.
  2. Refrigerated Kim Chee continues to ferment; taste preference dictates age.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Kim Chee ?

  • Pork Belly
  • Rice
  • Noodles
  • Tofu
  • Eggs
  • Sesame Oil
  • Gochujang
  • Green Onions.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Kim Chee ?

Pungent, Spicy, Sour, Umami, Salty Pungent, Garlicky, Fermented, Spicy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Kim Chee ?

Le meilleur substitut est Sauerkraut (1:1). Similar sour, fermented cabbage flavor and crisp texture, but lacks spice.

Comment choisir et conserver le Kim Chee ?

Look for fresh, vibrant color. Refrigerated Kim Chee continues to ferment; taste preference dictates age.

Ingrédients Fermented Vegetable associés

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