Quick Kimchi (Mak Gimchi)

1. Stage

Salt the cabbage and let it rest Place the cabbage in a large bowl and sprinkle the salt over it. Mix until combined and add water until just covered (about 3 cups). Let sit for 2 hours, mixing it a couple of times to be sure it is salted evenly, and the cabbage has gone limp.

2. Stage

Reserve come cabbage water and drain Reserve 1 cup of the salt water and set it aside (you may not need to use it, but it's good to have it just in case). Drain the remaining water from the cabbage and rinse well with cold water. Place the cabbage back into the same large bowl.

3. Stage

Combine the remaining ingredients In another large mixing bowl, add the radish, scallions, garlic, ginger, chili powder, sugar, and fish sauce. Use your gloved hands to fully combine the ingredients.

4. Stage

Combine the vegetable mixture with the salted cabbage Using gloved hands, massage the flavor into the cabbage and mix well until all of the cabbage is covered in the seasoning.

5. Stage

Pack the jars Pack the cabbage mixture into 2 quart-sized glass jars, pressing down to get rid of any air bubbles and to pack tightly. Pour a little bit of the reserved salty water to cover the cabbage and leave an inch of headspace to allow for expansion.

6. Stage

Wait: You can place the kimchi in the refrigerator right after packing the jars to ferment or a milder flavor or you can leave it on the counter in a cool, dark place with the lids slightly ajar for up to two days before transferring it to the refrigerator for a stronger flavor. Once two days have passed or you’ve opened the jar, place it in your refrigerator.

7. Stage

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