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How to make quick cucumber kimchi

ChihYu Smith

Learn how to make Korean cucumber kimchi quick and easy! This kimchi cucumber recipe is made with authentic ingredients and ready in 30 mins!

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Dice

01

Cut the cucumbers into sticks by cut it crosswise in half, then slice it into quarters lengthwise.

Salt the cucumber

02

In a large bowl, use your hands to gently coat the cucumber with salt. Let rest for 30 minutes.

Make seasoning paste

03

Combine the remaining ingredients for seasoning. The consistency will be more similar to a paste.

Combine

04

Transfer the cucumber to a large storage container with the garlic chives. Pour in the seasoning paste and gently toss to coat well.

Chill & serve

05

Refrigerate for a at least few hours or ideally overnight. Serve chilled.

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