Okjubu's Onion Pickle

Name: Okjubu's Onion Pickle
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: onion 1 piece; green chili pepper to taste; red chili pepper to taste; soy sauce 1 cup; vinegar 1 cup; sugar 1 cup; water 1 cup; mirin a little

A super simple onion pickle made in just one day by mixing soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water in a golden ratio—no boiling required.

10 min Difficulty Easy side dish

Main ingredients

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4 servings

Recipe

Cut the onion into large bite-sized pieces.
Chop the green and red chili peppers into small, bite-sized pieces.
Place the prepared onion and chili peppers into a clean airtight container.
Measure soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water in a 1:1:1:1 ratio and pour them into the container. Add a splash of mirin.
Close the lid and gently shake the container to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Refrigerate for one day to mature, then remove and enjoy.

Cut the onion and chili peppers into bite-sized pieces.
Place the vegetables in an airtight container and fill with soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, water, and mirin.
Close the lid, shake gently, and refrigerate for one day.

Cooking tips

Since the brine is not boiled, maintaining a precise 1:1:1:1 ratio between soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water is essential.
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of green chili pepper to enhance the sharp, spicy flavor.