This quick, small batch of fermented vegetables provides spicy, salty, sour notes.

In this quick version, the cabbage is chopped into bite-sized pieces and mixed with the seasoning.

The probiotics promote not only good digestive health,but also support the immune system and heart health.

Two jars of Easy Homemade Kimchi with metal chopsticks holding up a piece of it.

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They also have anti-inflammatory properties.

The only downside of kimchi is its high salt content.

Its not only easier to make but also convenient to eat because its already pre-cut and ready to serve.

Two jars filled iwth a Korean Kimchi recipe.

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Ways to Adapt this Kimchi Recipe

Kimchi is easy to adapt to personal dietary and taste preferences.

How Do You Know When Kimchi is Ready?

However, its best to let it ferment for at least a day or two before eating.

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How Long Will Quick Kimchi Keep?

Store kimchi in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.

Its also nice as a condiment to spice up any meat dishes or a salad that needs a kick.

A bowl of easy homemade kimchi set by a bowl of rice and with the jar of kimchi behind it.

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The longer Kimchi ferments, the more sour it will become.

Mix until combined and add water until just covered (about 3 cups).

Drain the remaining water from the cabbage and rinse well with cold water.

Napa cabbage cut in half on a cutting board for a Korean kimchi recipe.

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Place the cabbage back into the same large bowl.

Use your gloved hands to fully combine the ingredients.

Once two days have passed or youve opened the jar, place it in your refrigerator.

Napa cabbage being chopped on a cutting board for an easy homemade kimchi.

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Serve on the side of any Korean meal with rice or salad.

Napa cabbage in a mixing bowl and topped with salt for a Korean kimchi recipe.

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Water being added to the bowl with cabbage and salt to show how to make kimchi.

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Chopped Napa cabbage in a metal bowl for a Korean Kimchi recipe.

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Diakon radish shredded with a box grater to make an easy homemade kimchi recipe.

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Scallions chopped at a diagonal for an easy homemade kimchi recipe.

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Spices in a bowl for a Korean Kimchi recipe.

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A flexible spatula mixes ingredients to show how to make kimchi.

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A metal mixing bowl with ingredients to show how to make kimchi.

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Two jars filled iwth a Korean Kimchi recipe.

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