Crisp and Sweet Apple Kimchi (Kkakdugi)
Easy Apple Kimchi Recipe Using Seasonal Apples & Discover Apple’s Amazing Health Benefits
You’ve likely heard the saying that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, and it’s true! Apples are packed with pectin, a soluble fiber that aids digestion by stimulating bowel movements, helping to eliminate toxins and waste from your body. This not only supports weight loss but also contributes to clearer, healthier skin. The organic acids in apples can also help boost iron absorption, making them great for combating fatigue. The red pigment in apple skins comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants, so it’s best to eat them washed thoroughly, with the skin on. While eating them fresh is wonderful, today we’re making ‘Apple Kkakdugi,’ a delightful side dish that preserves the apple’s refreshing crispness and sweetness. It’s a simple yet unique dish that can be a healthy and delicious addition to your meals, even on busy days. Let’s get started with this easy apple kkakdugi recipe!
Main Ingredients- 2 apples
Seasoning Ingredients- 1.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1.5 Tbsp fish sauce
- 2 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1/2 Tbsp plum syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 Tbsp salted shrimp (minced)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1.5 Tbsp fish sauce
- 2 Tbsp minced green onion
- 1/2 Tbsp plum syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/4 Tbsp salted shrimp (minced)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by thoroughly washing the 2 fresh apples under running water. Since we’ll be using the skin, ensure they are impeccably clean.
Step 2
Next, trim off the stem and blossom end of the washed apples. Core the apples and then cut them into bite-sized cubes, about 1.5 cm (or roughly 0.6 inches) in size, similar to traditional kkakdugi.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the cubed apples with all the seasoning ingredients: gochugaru (1.5 Tbsp), fish sauce (1.5 Tbsp), minced green onion (2 Tbsp), plum syrup (1/2 Tbsp), sugar (1/2 Tbsp), minced garlic (1/2 Tbsp), minced salted shrimp (1/4 Tbsp), and toasted sesame seeds (1 Tbsp). Gently toss everything together until the apples are evenly coated with the seasonings. Your crisp and flavorful apple kkakdugi is ready! You can enjoy it immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for a while to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
