Hot Kimchi Pickle Quick Recipe

Spice up your life in just 20 minutes with this incredibly easy and delicious Hot Kimchi Pickle recipe! Inspired by Canadian Living Magazine, this vibrant side dish is the perfect complement to any meal. The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy, it's unbelievably addictive!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 28.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.7 (57 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Kimchi Pickle Quick

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How to Make Hot Kimchi Pickle Quick

  1. In a medium bowl, toss 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced, with 1 tablespoon of kosher salt.
  2. Let stand for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. Drain the cucumber in a colander, pressing gently to remove as much liquid as possible.
  4. Add ½ cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes, and ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste).
  5. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all the cucumber slices are evenly coated.
  6. Let the flavors meld for at least 5 minutes before serving for best results. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g