Posts tagged pickling
Vietnamese Pickled Daikon & Carrots for Bánh Mì (Đồ Chua)

A Vietnamese sandwich (Banh Mi) without pickled daikon and carrot is a naked sandwich and isn't worth eating … at least you will notice something missing. Use this super easy recipe to add a much-needed sweet and tangy crunch to your sandwich! Not only is it great on sandwiches, but it’s also added to Vietnamese salads and topped as a garnish to many Vietnamese grilled meat dishes.

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Vietnamese Pickled Bean Sprouts with Garlic Chives (Dưa Giá)

Vietnamese pickled bean sprouts with garlic chives is a great side dish to braised pork belly and eggs. The acidity in pickled vegetables complements the tender fatty pork belly well. With the Lunar New Year (Tet) around the corner, these two combinations are a must. So get your pickling on as we get ready for the festivities!

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Vietnamese Pickled Red Chili Peppers With Garlic (Ớt Ngâm Giấm Tỏi)

Here is a quick and simple recipe for pickled chili peppers. Pickled chili peppers are used as a side condiment to many soups, noodles and stir-fries. These chilies deliver a milder version of heat, along with a sweet and sour note that complements many dishes well.

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Quick Cucumber Kimchi

A quick Korean cucumber kimchi recipe that’s spicy, sweet and tangy. It’s perfect either as a side dish or a main salad.

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Vietnamese Crunchy Pickled Jalapenos (Ot Ngam Giam)

Unlike other pickled jalapenos, these jalapenos are crunchy and fresh tasting, even after one month in the fridge. Like most Vietnamese pickling, this method doesn’t involve a hot water bath that cooks the vegetables. Therefore, it doesn’t last an eternity. However what lacks in perishability, makes up in the taste. These pickled jalapenos have the perfect balance between spicy, sweet and sour. Best of all, they have a crispy texture that you won’t find in any store-bought pickled jalapenos.

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Authentic Korean Napa Cabbage Kimchi Recipe

Kimchi is a traditional fermented vegetable side dish from Korea. It originated out of the necessity of preserving vegetables for the long winters. Now it is a staple in everyday Korean and other Asian households. Kimchi can be made out of any vegetables with the most popular being napa cabbage.

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