Beautifully Sliced Napa Cabbage Kimchi
How to Serve Napa Cabbage Kimchi Elegantly for Guests
Have you ever felt a bit embarrassed when serving delicious, well-fermented kimchi because its shape became messy, making it look less refined for your guests? You can now learn to slice it perfectly! Today, we’ll guide you through a detailed method to slice kimchi beautifully, making it an elegant centerpiece for any guest table. With a few simple tips, you can achieve a restaurant-quality presentation.
Main Ingredients- Well-fermented Napa Cabbage Kimchi
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently shake off the excess filling from the Napa cabbage kimchi to remove too much stuffing. Trim the firm base of the cabbage. Thinly score the ends of the cabbage stems. This scoring will help create a beautiful shape when you roll and slice the kimchi later, making it look neat and presentable.
Step 2
Next, lay a piece of kimchi flat and begin to roll it tightly, starting from the stem side of the wider leaves. It’s important to roll gently so you don’t break the midribs of the leaves.
Step 3
Roll one sheet of kimchi into a neat cylinder. Aim for a moderate tightness; not too loose, not too compressed.
Step 4
Take another sheet of kimchi, lay it flat, place the rolled kimchi from the previous step on top, and then roll them together again. Layering and re-rolling will create a more substantial and aesthetically pleasing thickness.
Step 5
Depending on the size of your cabbage leaves, you’ll typically repeat this process 5 to 6 times to achieve a size that’s perfect for serving to guests. Adjust the number of leaves based on the size of your kimchi.
Step 6
Finish by carefully tucking the outer leaves around the roll, like wrapping a gift. This finishing touch gives it a clean look, similar to bossam kimchi, ensuring the shape stays intact and looks sophisticated.
Step 7
Once rolled, carefully place the kimchi into an airtight container, stacking them neatly. Store them in the refrigerator to chill. This method helps maintain the shape until serving.
Step 8
Just before you’re ready to serve your guests, take the chilled, rolled kimchi out of the refrigerator and slice it. Slicing into approximately 2cm thick pieces allows the filling and outer leaves to be seen harmoniously, making for an appealing presentation and easy eating. Be careful not to crush the kimchi as you slice.
Step 9
Finally, drizzle a little bit of the kimchi brine over the sliced kimchi. This adds a beautiful sheen and makes the kimchi look even more appetizing and flavorful. This beautifully presented kimchi will not only impress with its looks but also enhance its taste, stimulating your guests’ appetites.
