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Napa Cabbage Salad with Soybean Paste

Cultural Context

Originating in Korea, Napa Cabbage Salad, or Baechu Geotjeori, is a staple side dish often served with meals. It embodies the Korean tradition of using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create vibrant flavors. This salad is not only quick to prepare but also highlights the umami-rich soybean paste, making it a beloved accompaniment to grilled meats and rice. Today, variations can be found worldwide, adapting to local tastes while retaining its core essence.

KoreanKRside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500g napa cabbage (알배추)
2 tablespoons coarse salt (굵은소금)
1 handful green onion (쪽파)
4 tablespoons red pepper powder (고춧가루)
3 tablespoons anchovy sauce (멸치액젓)
2 tablespoons minced garlic (다진마늘)
1 teaspoon minced ginger (다진생강)
2 tablespoons sugar (설탕)
1 teaspoon fermented shrimp (새우젓)
1 tablespoon sweet rice flour (찹쌀가루)
~2/3 cup water (물)

soybean paste

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Miso offers a similar flavor with fewer calories, while soy sauce is more accessible.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is often considered healthier, while white vinegar is more economical.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini can add moisture and nutrition, while cabbage is cost-effective.

1

Wash the napa cabbage and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

2

Chop the green onion.

3

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of coarse salt and let it sit for 20-30 minutes to brine.

4

Make sweet rice paste by mixing 1 tablespoon of sweet rice flour with ~2/3 cup of water and let it cool.

5

Mix 4 tablespoons of red pepper powder, 3 tablespoons of anchovy sauce, 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of minced ginger, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 teaspoon of fermented shrimp, and the sweet rice paste to create the seasoning sauce.

6

Strain the cabbage to remove excess water.

7

Add the chopped green onion and seasoning sauce, and mix well (add the seasoning gradually to taste).

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

soysesame

Also Known As

Napa Cabbage SaladBaechu Geotjeori
Local Name: 겉절이

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