Mild Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim) Perfect for Kids
Mild Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim) Perfect for Kids
Kid-Friendly Cucumber Kimchi Recipe Made with Gochujang
This is a gentle and mild cucumber kimchi recipe that’s perfect for young children. We peel the skin, scoop out the seeds, and season it with gochujang for a soft texture. It’s a delicious side dish that the whole family can enjoy. Simple to make, it’s a great way to have fresh cucumber kimchi at home!
Main Ingredients- 4 Cucumbers
- 2 Onions
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash 4 cucumbers under running water. This step removes any dirt or debris from the skin.
Step 2
Using a vegetable peeler, peel the skin off all the cucumbers. This makes the cucumbers much softer and easier for children to eat.
Step 3
Cut the peeled cucumbers in half lengthwise. Then, use a spoon to gently scrape out the seeds from the inside of each cucumber half. Removing the seeds reduces moisture and creates a cleaner texture.
Step 4
Now, slice the deseeded cucumbers into bite-sized pieces. To ensure a pleasant chewiness without being too mushy, slice them diagonally and not too thinly. This will give you a satisfying texture with every bite.
Step 5
Peel and thinly julienne 2 onions. These will add a nice crunch and sweetness when mixed with the cucumbers. Try to slice them to a similar thickness as the cucumber pieces for even seasoning.
Step 6
Place the prepared cucumbers and julienned onions in a bowl. Add 1 Tbsp of coarse sea salt and 1 Tbsp of sugar. Mix well and let it sit for 30 minutes. This process wilts the vegetables and draws out excess moisture, making them softer and less bitter.
Step 7
After 30 minutes, squeeze out the excess water from the cucumbers and onions by hand and discard the liquid. Transfer the drained vegetables to a clean bowl. Thoroughly squeezing out the water is key to preventing a diluted flavor.
Step 8
It’s time to mix in the seasonings! Add 2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp gochujang, 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce, and 1 Tbsp vinegar. Gently mix everything together with your hands until well combined. You can adjust the amount of gochujang to suit your children’s palate.
Step 9
Finally, sprinkle 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds on top for a nutty aroma, and your delicious cucumber salad is ready! It’s tasty right away, but chilling it in the refrigerator for a bit will make it even more refreshing.
