Delicious and Healthy Vinegar Beans (Sikcho-kong)
Delicious and Healthy Vinegar Beans (Sikcho-kong)
How to Make Refreshing Vinegar Beans Without the Fishy Taste!
Vinegar beans, also known as ‘Chokong’, are known for their potential benefits for adult diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure, as well as hair loss, weight management, and constipation. Here’s how to make them fresh, delicious, and free from any unpleasant taste. Enjoy this healthy and tasty treat!
Ingredients- 250g Soybeans (Yak-kong), washed
- 500ml Natural Apple Fermented Vinegar
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by preparing 250g of soybeans (Yak-kong), which are the foundation for delicious vinegar beans. Rinsing them thoroughly is a key step to ensure they don’t spoil.
Step 2
Gently rinse the soybeans in cold water 2-3 times. This helps remove any dust or impurities clinging to the bean skins and enhances the natural flavor of the beans.
Step 3
After washing, drain the soybeans well using a sieve. It’s crucial to thoroughly dry the beans, as residual moisture can cause them to pop when roasting or clump together.
Step 4
Now it’s time to roast the beans. Maintain medium-low heat and roast the soybeans for about 10 minutes. This process helps to evaporate the moisture and adds a nutty aroma.
Step 5
To prevent burning, stir the beans with a spatula occasionally while roasting, ensuring they cook evenly. You’ll know they’re ready when a pleasant, toasty scent emerges. Then, turn off the heat.
Step 6
Transfer all the roasted soybeans into a clean and sturdy storage container. Pour in 500ml of natural apple fermented vinegar, ensuring it generously covers the beans. The vinegar will ferment and preserve the beans.
Step 7
Securely close the lid of the container and make sure the beans are completely submerged in the vinegar. If any beans float to the surface, add a little more vinegar to ensure they are fully covered.
Step 8
Leave the container at room temperature for about 2 hours. During this time, the beans will absorb some of the vinegar, and the vinegar level might decrease.
Step 9
After 2 hours, check the vinegar level and replenish it to cover the beans again. It’s important to keep the beans consistently submerged in vinegar.
Step 10
Once replenished, close the lid tightly and let the container sit at room temperature for one full day. This allows the flavors of the beans and vinegar to meld and deepen.
Step 11
After a day has passed, check the vinegar level once more and add more vinegar if it has reduced. This step helps keep the beans fresh and enhances their flavor.
Step 12
You’re almost there! After refilling the vinegar, seal the container and place it in the refrigerator. Let the vinegar beans mature for 5 to 7 days. This aging process softens the beans and allows the vinegar’s flavor to fully develop.
Step 13
Your delicious and healthy vinegar beans are ready! Enjoy them as a side dish with your meals or simply as a healthy snack. Savor the wonderful taste and benefits of these homemade vinegar beans!
