Question 1

Why do we say “Kimchi makes me beautiful”?

Accepted Answer

Fight wrinkles with kimchi! Yup.
You don’t put kimchi on your face, but eating it regularly fights free radicals and therefore wrinkles and helps with anti-aging.

Question 2

What does it means “I’m alive!”?

Accepted Answer

Our kimchi continues to ferment as it ages. This is because we don’t use any preservatives or chemicals., which means that the fermentation process is continuing. Once it’s mixed, the natural lactose fermentation begins and will create gas that needs to be released, otherwise it can explode like champagne.

Question 3

How do we make our kimchi?

Accepted Answer

We use premium napa cabbage and everything is hand cut and goes through several  inspections throughout the production.

Question 4

How do I open my kimchi?

Accepted Answer

Carefully! LOL!  
In order for you and your kitchen not to be covered with kimchi, then it is best to open it over the sink.  
First, place a bowl in the sink and put your jar into the bowl. The bowl is to catch any kimchi overflow, because you don’t want to waste any of your delicious juice or kimchi.  
Slowly open the lid, without lifting it too high. This will prevent the kimchi from exploding upwards.

Question 5

How do I store kimchi?

Accepted Answer

To slow down the fermentation and the sourness, store your kimchi in the fridge or cool place at 6°C. When you open the jar, always press the kimchi down so that the juices cover it (I add a bit of plastic wrap to seal off as much air as possible when I am gone for a couple of weeks) and seal the lid tight.  It’s also good to “burp” your kimchi every few days by opening the lid to release any gas.

Question 6

How do I eat kimchi?

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Koreans eat kimchi at every meal as a side dish. It’s like eating your vitamins with every meal. You can eat it as a side dish to steamed rice or noodles. Kimchi is excellent in stews, soups and you can fry it into vegetables or rice for any number of delicious dishes. Check out our recipes for inspiration.

Question 7

When does it expire?

Accepted Answer

We have to put an expiration date, but I have kimchi that is over 3 years old.  We hope you eat yours faster, though!
There are restaurants in Korea that only use kimchi that is over a year old.  At that time it becomes less sour and achieves a mellow, deeper flavor that has a delicate sweetness to it.

Question 8

If I don’t eat it at once, do I to throw it away?"

Accepted Answer

If you do, the kimchi gods with be mad! 
Kimchi just ripens as it ages and if it’s too sour, then make kimchijeon (kimchi pancakes) or kimchi stew (jjigae).

Question 9

What if it’s too spicy for my kids or me?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem! 
When I was little, my mom would just swish the kimchi in bowl of water to rinse it off. 
It will have all the health benefits without beginning spicy.

Question 10

It’s too sour for me. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Make a delicious dish with it.
This is perfect for kimchi jeon, kimchi fried rice and jjigae. 
Check out our recipes for something delicious!

Question 11

Can you cook with kimchi?

Accepted Answer

Aged kimchi is perfect for Korean dishes.  
Check out our recipes for some delicious food.

Question 12

Why is kimchi healthy for me?

Accepted Answer

It is one of the 5 Super Foods.
Besides being packed with vitamin A, B1, B2 and C, kimchi also contains folates, iron, manganese and has more probiotics than yogurt.

Question 13

Does kimchi boost your immunity?

Accepted Answer

Kimchi is probiotics on steroids!  Your gut stores 70 percent to 80 percent of the immune system. Probiotic-rich kimchi can help you fight bacterial infections, viruses, common illnesses and serious chronic conditions. 
These healthy microorganisms give kimchi several health benefits and will help regulate your immune system, promote weight loss, fight inflammation, and even slow the aging process. 
Aside from containing probiotics, kimchi is full of ingredients that are known to stimulate healthy immune function.

Question 14

Is it kimchi gluten free?

Accepted Answer

Kimchi Love kimchi is gluten free.
Because everyone has their own recipe for kimchi, this may not be true for others. But, generally, kimchi is gluten free.

Question 15

Is kimchi raw?

Accepted Answer

Yes. There is no heat processing so our kimchi is allowed to ferment naturally.  We let nature work it's wonders on our kimchi so that it retains the best taste and all the healthiest benefits.

Question 16

My kimchi is„talking“ to me!

Accepted Answer

Don’t worry that your kimchi “talks” to you! 
When it’s fizzing, it’s still fermenting and that’s good for you!

Question 17

What if your kimchi tastes fizzy?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry.  Fizzy kimchi is fine to eat. Sounds odd right?
The fizziness occurs because the fermentation process creates gas.
Just "burp" your kimchi every few days and press it down so that it is covered with juice and put the jar in the fridge.

Question 18

Does it contain allergens?

Accepted Answer

Only Vegan Kimchi do not contain fish sauce, which can be an allergen.

Question 19

What is the difference between vegan and regular kimchi?

Accepted Answer

Our vegan kimchi does not have any fish sauce, otherwise it’s the taste! 
Even vegans prefer our regular kimchi.
It tastes so much better and gives you the added Omega 3 vitamins.

Question 20

Does the fish sauce make kimchi taste fishy?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. Fish sauce is actually a liquid condiment and not a sauce. It acts as a natural preservative and taste enhancer. There is no fishy taste or smell.

Question 21

What are the "strands" in my kimchi?"

Accepted Answer

Not to worry. These "strands" are fine threads from the ginger.

Question 22

Why is my kimchi more green?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the cabbage and how much green is on it.

Question 23

What if there is White mold?

Accepted Answer

My mom always said, “It’s ok. You just clean it!” and removed it before eating it or cooking with it.
Film yeast is common with fermented foods (i.e. soybean paste, soy sauce). You might be more familiar with the term if you know anything about cheese or winemaking. Use your common sense and if it smells bad, throw it out!
 
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The white mold is really Kahm yeast (pictured right) and looks very different from mold. Mold is fuzzy, fluffy and usually raised. Kahm is a yeast which grows when the sugars in the ferment food have been eaten up and the lactic acid reduces the alchohol in the jar/crock. It’s always white and can sometimes be present as a thin film. Regardless, it's harmless and can just be removed.

Question 24

What if there is Blue Mold?

Accepted Answer

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This is difinitely not good! If you have blue mold,
you should throw it out.

Question 25

How many types of kimchi are there?

Accepted Answer

There are more than 100 varieties of kimchi!  
But these are four of the most common kimchis, with Baechu Kimchi being the #1!
 
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Baechu Kimchi (배추김치) or cabbage kimchi is the most common kimchi and served at all meals.
   
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Ggakdugi Kimchi (깍두기)  or radish kimchi

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Nabak Kimchi (나박김치) or red water kimchi

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Chonggak Kimchi (총각김치) ponytail kimchi

Question 26

Why are there red flakes in my takuan? Is it chilli?

Accepted Answer

No, it's not chilli as we do not use chilli in our takuan. The red flakes you may come across in your takuan is the natural tumeric reacting to the vinegar.

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If you want to know more about kimchi, banchan (side dishes) or Korean foods, just ask us. We will be more than happy to answer them.

If you want to know more about kimchi, banchan (side dishes)
or Korean foods, just ask us. We will be more than happy to answer them.