1 head chinese cabbage cut into 1/2-, in. strips
3 tbsp salt
6 green onions, chopped (or less, if des
3 garlic clove, minced (or less, if desi
1/2 tsp crushed dried hot red chile
1 tsp chopped gingerroot
Directions
Soak cabbage in salted water to cover 5 to 10 hours.
Drain. Combine cabbage with salt, green onions,
garlic, chile and gingerroot. Mix well and spoon into
large jar. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 days before
using. Keeps well several weeks. Use as relish or
salad. Makes about 1 quart
Servings: 1 servings
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Categories: Cabbage; Korean; Vegetable
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