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Refreshing Summer Baechu Geotjeori (Korean Fresh Napa Cabbage Kimchi)

Baechu Geotjeori is a fresh napa cabbage kimchi that’s quick to make and perfect for summer. Lightly seasoned yet full of flavor, it pairs well with grilled meats or Korean soups
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g napa cabbage
  • 1 small onion thinly sliced
  • 4 tbsp Korean red chili flakes gochugaru
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or 1–2 tbsp fish sauce for a more authentic flavor
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • A sprinkle of sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Prepare the cabbage and the onion
  2. Wash the napa cabbage thoroughly, remove excess water, and cut into 1cm bite-sized strips.
  3. Peel and thinly slice 1 small onion.
Make the seasoning
  1. Add the sliced cabbage and onion to a large mixing bowl.
  2. And combine gochugaru, minced garlic, sugar, soy sauce (or fish sauce), and salt.
  3. Add sesame oil at the end for aroma.
  4. Mix everything
  5. Gently toss until well coated.
  6. Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Notes

Tips for Enjoying

  • Eat right away → Crisp, refreshing, and lightly spicy.
  • With grilled meat → Perfect side dish for BBQ or fatty dishes like pork belly.
  • With summer health food → Complements Samgyetang or Dakhanmari beautifully.
  • Leftover magic → Mix with warm rice and a fried egg for quick Geotjeori Bibimbap!