Kkakdugi (Korean Radish Kimchi)

Spicy, sour, and sweet! This kimchi is our household favorite and goes with any of our meals. Kimchi has been called undoubtedly the healthiest food on the planet, and you can easily ferment it in your fridge. The longer you wait, the more sour and developed the flavor becomes. Yummy!

Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
21 days 5 hrs 2 mins
Total Time:
21 days 5 hrs 22 mins
Servings:
30
Yield:
30 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 daikon radishes, cubed

  • 6 tablespoons kosher salt

  • 5 tablespoons Korean red pepper paste (gochujang)

  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger

  • 2 ⅔ tablespoons Korean red pepper powder (gochukaro)

  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce

  • 7 teaspoons white sugar

  • 6 cloves garlic, minced

Directions

  1. Place cubed daikon in a bowl. Add kosher salt and toss to coat. Pour water carefully down the side of the bowl just to the level of the radishes; take care not to rinse all of the salt off. Cover with plastic wrap and set in a cool place for 12 to 24 hours.

  2. Drain the radishes and rinse thoroughly. Add Korean red pepper paste, ginger, Korean red pepper powder, fish sauce, sugar, and garlic. Mix thoroughly. Cover the container with plastic wrap or a lid and put it in a cold place. Allow to ferment for 4 to 6 weeks.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of salting ingredients. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

13 Calories
0g Fat
3g Carbs
0g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 30
Calories 13
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 1343mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 0g 1%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 72mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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