This blog post on Toddler Recipes Australia highlights Kimchi as a tasty and healthy option for toddlers. This traditional Korean dish is loaded with vitamins and minerals, and is easy to make at home with a few simple ingredients. Find out how to prepare Kimchi for your little ones in this post, and discover how this authentic Korean dish can provide a range of great benefits for your toddler’s health.

General Information: Servings: 2-3
Keywords: spicy, cabbage, garlic, bowls
Calories: 91
Protein: 6g
Carbs: 9g
Fats: 2g
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1-2 napa cabbage heads, about 1kg (2.2lbs) each
• 2-3 teaspoons of sea salt
• 2-3 red chili peppers, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced
• 2-3 tablespoons of fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons of fish sauce

Directions

1. Cut each of the cabbage heads lengthwise into four pieces. Discard the core and then slice the cabbage into thin strips.
2. Place the cabbage in a bowl and sprinkle with the salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and fish sauce.
4. Massage the salt into the cabbage until it starts to become soft, then add the chili pepper mixture to the cabbage.
5. Using your hands, mix the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed throughout the cabbage.
6. Place the cabbage in a pickling jar and press it down so that it’s submerged in its own juices.
7. Let it sit at room temperature for 24-48 hours, or until the cabbage has softened.
8. Enjoy your freshly made kimchi! Don’t be surprised if it “kimchi-s away” before you know it!

Recommended Sides

• White or brown rice
• Grilled or steamed vegetables
• Fish or other proteins of your choice