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Cucumber Kimchi: A Refreshing Korean Recipe
Samira Vishwas | June 25, 2026 10:25 AM CST

Growing craze for Korean food

Along with Korean drama and K-pop, the trend of Korean cuisine is also increasing rapidly in India. Whenever Korean food is discussed, the name of ‘Kimchi’ comes first. This dish is an important part of Korean cuisine. Traditionally, kimchi is made from fermented cabbage, which takes time to prepare. But if you want to eat something spicy and crispy immediately, ‘Cucumber Kimchi’ is a great option. Making it is also very simple.

Material

Cucumber – 3-4 medium size

Red chilli flakes – 1 tablespoon

Salt – 1 tsp

Garlic (crushed) – 4-5 cloves

Sugar – 1 tsp

Ginger (grated) – 1 tsp

Vinegar or lemon juice – 1 tablespoon

Green onion – a little (optional)

Soya sauce – 1 tsp (optional)

Sesame seeds – 1 tsp

How to make Cucumber Kimchi

Firstly, cut the cucumbers lengthwise or into round slices.

Put salt in cucumber in a bowl and leave it for 15-20 minutes.

When the water from the cucumbers drains out, dry them slightly.

Now combine garlic, ginger, red chilli flakes, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce and sesame seeds in a mixing bowl.

Then put the cucumber in a mixing bowl and mix well.

Fill this mixture in a clean glass jar.

You can eat it immediately or keep it in the fridge for 1-2 hours to make it even tastier.


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