Cucumber Kimchi (Oi Kimchi)

User Reviews

4.6

51 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    8 hrs 20 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    39 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Korean

Cucumber Kimchi (Oi Kimchi)

This Cucumber Kimchi recipe is made with crunchy cucumber smothered in tasty garlic, pepper, and ginger sauce that is so easy to make.

I Made This!

38 people made this

Save this

30 people saved this

Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 English cucumber cut into 3-inch spears
  • 3 green onions cut into the same size as the cucumber spears (3 inches)

FOR THE KIMCHI SAUCE:

  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tsp minced ginger
  • 2 tsp korean red pepper flakes (also known as Gochugaru)
  • 1 tbsp tamari coconut aminos, or soy sauce
  • 3 dashes of sesame oil
  • 6 tbsp white distilled vinegar
  • ½ tsp kosher salt not iodized
Add to Shopping List

Instructions

MAKE THE KIMCHI SAUCE:

  1. Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, Korean red chili flakes, tamari or soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, and kosher salt to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Mix until all of the ingredients are well incorporated.

CUT VEGETABLES:

  1. Cut the cucumbers into 3-inch spears. 
  2. Cut the green onions into 3-inch pieces.

COMBINE:

  1. Add the cucumbers and green onions to the kimchi sauce.
  2. Gently toss to combine for about a minute.

CHILL AND SERVE:

  1. Cover the kimchi with plastic wrap or place it in an air-tight container and refrigerate for an hour before serving.
  2. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • Can I ferment this recipe like regular kimchi? Yes! Place the kimchi in a glass container and cover. Let it sit at room temperature for 18 hours, then transfer it to the refrigerator. 
  • How long does cucumber kimchi last? Enjoy within 5-7 days. 
  •  

Nutrition Information

Show Details
Serving 0.25cup Calories 39kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 312mg (13%) Potassium 186mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 466IU (9%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 39 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.25cup
Calories 39kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 312mg 13%
Potassium 186mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 466IU 9%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Genuine Reviews

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.6

51 reviews
Excellent

Write a Review

Drag & drop files here or click to upload
Other Recipes

You'll Also Love