Dongchimi (Radish Water Kimchi) recipe - ingredients, nutrition and when to eat it
Dongchimi is a water kimchi made by fermenting radish, pear, and scallions in clear salted water.
Dongchimi is a water kimchi made by fermenting radish, pear, and scallions in clear salted water. Its crisp radish, gentle sweetness, and refreshing broth lightly wake up the appetite, making it a good accompaniment for a winter meal or rich foods.
Side dishes · 20 minutes to cook
Nutrition (per 841g serving): 91.9 kcal · protein 3.2g · carbohydrate 21.4g · fat 0.6g · sodium 2720.7mg
Nutrition source: one serving calculated from an ingredient table verified against "National Integrated Food Nutrient Database (standard data)" (Korea MFDS, RDA and Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries via the Public Data Portal).
Tips: If the radish tastes too spicy, let the cut pieces sit for about 10 minutes, then wipe them dry before adding them for a milder flavor.
Tips: Wipe the container and ingredients completely dry so the broth ferments cleanly.
Tips: If the room is warm, it will ferment faster, so start checking the flavor after half a day.
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Ingredients (1 serving)
- Daikon radish — 0.5 pc
- Asian pear — 0.3 pc
- Scallions — 0.5 pc
- Garlic — 2 pc
- Ginger — 1 tsp
- Salt — 1.5 tsp
- Water — 2.5 cup