Quick Cucumber Kimchi

Name: Quick Cucumber Kimchi
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb. small cucumbers, such as Kirby or small Persian (about 6), ends trimmed, halved crosswise; Kosher salt; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup); 1/4 cup very thinly sliced scallions, both white and green parts (about 2 medium); 10 fresh chives, sliced crosswise into 1-inch pieces (1 Tbs.); 1 Tbs. chopped saeujeot (Korean salted shrimp) or fish sauce; 1 medium clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.); 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger; 1 tsp. gochugaru (Korean red chile flakes) or crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste

Instructions

Considering that traditional cabbage kimchi takes at least 3 days to make, this 1-day version is considered quick. The finished cucumbers are salty, tangy, slightly spicy, and utterly delicious.

Updated at: Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:25:10 GMT