Kim Dae-seok's Onion Pickle

• onion 3 pieces (820g)
• green chili pepper 7 pieces
• purified water 600ml
• dried kombu 1 piece (7g)
• premium soy sauce 270g (1 and 1/2 paper cups)
• double-strength vinegar 110g (7/10 of a paper cup)
• mirin 80g (1/2 paper cup)
• new sugar 5g (1 small spoon)
• roasted salt 3g (1/4 large spoon)

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Do not boil the vinegar, as it will weaken both acidity and aroma—add it only after turning off the heat.
• Cutting the onion with a knife preserves cleaner cuts and maintains its crisp texture.
• New sugar is quite sweet, so do not exceed the recipe’s 5g measurement.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those needing a tangy side dish to pair with meat dishes.
• ⭐Those wanting to make a pickle that highlights the crisp texture of onions.
• ⭐Those looking for a side dish to prepare in advance and store in the refrigerator.