Kim Dae-seok's Cucumber and Korean Melon Water Kimchi

Cooking tips 💡

• Adding a little New Sugar when pickling cucumbers draws out moisture and keeps them crunchy until the end.
• Removing Korean melon seeds completely prevents the broth from becoming cloudy, keeping it clear and clean.
• Unlike summer radish kimchi, cucumber water kimchi must have the seasoning solids strained out to avoid a thick, murky taste and keep it refreshing.
• A small amount of soju acts as a preservative, slowing fermentation and spoilage.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those looking for a cool, clean-tasting water kimchi to stimulate appetite in summer.
• ⭐Those who want to make crunchy cucumber kimchi that stays crisp until the last bite.
• ⭐Those interested in trying a unique, sweet dish using Korean melon.