Kim Dae-seok's Doenjang-Pickled Young Napa Cabbage

A special pickled side dish made by layering a homemade seasoning—crafted from soybean paste, flour slurry, and anchovy fish sauce—onto blanched young napa cabbage, resulting in a crisp and richly savory treat.

Ingredients needed 6 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Do not over-blanch the young napa cabbage—more than 40 seconds will lose its crisp texture. Blanch briefly and cool immediately in cold water.
  • When blending onion, garlic, and ginger, avoid over-processing; keep the mixture slightly coarse to prevent bitterness.
  • The marinade should be slightly salty so that even as moisture draws out from the cabbage, the flavor remains balanced and not too bland.

Recommended for

  • Those looking to make a unique pickled dish using young napa cabbage.
  • People seeking a side dish highlighting the rich aroma of soybean paste.
  • Anyone who enjoys the crisp texture of blanched young napa cabbage.

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