How to store kimchi properly to preserve its taste
Wondering how to store kimchi? All you need is a kimchi storage container
The perfect kimchi fermentation and storage container combines the ancient Korean Onggi principle with modern and easy-to-use technology
Wondering how to store kimchi? All you need is a kimchi storage container
The perfect kimchi fermentation and storage container combines the ancient Korean Onggi principle with modern and easy-to-use technology
The best contemporary container for fermenting and preserving kimchi and jang (Korean fermented sauces) is widely regarded in Korea as the E-jen fermentation and storage container.
Additionally, it works well for fermenting items including fresh vegetables, coffee beans, bread, seaweed, cookies, cereals, grains, fermented drinks, sauerkraut, and even dry pet foods.
Plastic made of polypropylene of high quality and durability makes up the container. The container has extremely small airflow-allowing pores, similar to Onggi. This keeps the food fresh and suppresses the growth of aerobic microorganisms.
The best contemporary container for fermenting and preserving kimchi and jang (Korean fermented sauces) is widely regarded in Korea as the E-jen fermentation and storage container.
Additionally, it works well for fermenting items including fresh vegetables, coffee beans, bread, seaweed, cookies, cereals, grains, fermented drinks, sauerkraut, and even dry pet foods.
Plastic made of polypropylene of high quality and durability makes up the container. The container has extremely small airflow-allowing pores, similar to Onggi. This keeps the food fresh and suppresses the growth of aerobic microorganisms.
What is kimchi
made of?
The main ingredient in kimchi, a traditional Korean food, is fermented vegetables. The most popular and important ingredient is sliced, salted, and fermented napa cabbage.
You can also include other vegetables like radishes, cucumbers, and scallions. Various flavours, such as chilli pepper flakes, garlic, ginger, and salted seafood like fish sauce or shrimp paste are frequently used with the cabbage.
These components are responsible for the kimchi’s unique umami, sour, and spicy flavours. The mixture is then given time to ferment, which brings out the flavours and gives the kimchi its distinctive sourness.
Why should you store kimchi in airtight containers?
As a fermented food, the development of the flavour depends heavily on the fermentation process. You may better manage the fermentation process by storing it in an airtight container.
By restricting the entry of external air and microorganisms that could disturb or contaminate the fermentation, the airtight seal contributes to the maintenance of a consistent environment.
By establishing a barrier against external factors, an airtight container helps maintain the quality and freshness of kimchi. It stops air, moisture, and smells from getting inside the container, which could otherwise lead to the kimchi becoming bad or absorbing undesirable flavours from the environment.
How can you store kimchi
properly?
Wondering how to store kimchi properly? First, the kimchi must be allowed to ferment at room temperature to reach the proper level of sourness. When the kimchi has reached the proper stage of fermentation, put it in the refrigerator.
For kimchi storage in the refrigerator, pick an appropriate airtight container and to accommodate the natural gases produced during fermentation, leave some headspace in the container.
To ensure that the veggies are completely buried in the brine and to remove any air bubbles, press down firmly on the kimchi as you transfer it to the container. Then set your refrigerator temperature to around 1.7-3.9°C.
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Our Crazy Korean Cooking Brining, Fermentation, Kimchi Container is the ideal kimchi fermentation and storage container that combines cutting-edge technology with the traditional Korean Onggi philosophy.
To get the best porosity, premium polypropylene plastic is blended with 7–10% natural clay. All components are created using FDA-approved materials that are free of lead, BPA, and DEHP.
It creates an anaerobic environment where the lactic acid-producing bacteria, which are good for the fermentation process, flourish and the crispiness and vibrancy of the food are enhanced. The inner vacuum lid can be adjusted to reduce inside air and safeguard the food’s surface.
FAQs
If you keep kimchi at room temperature, you only have about a 1 week after you open it, but if you store it in a cool and dry space like a refrigerator, it can last up to 3-6 months.
Here’s a quick tip: Refrigerate your kimchi at or below 4°C since anything warmer could accelerate spoilage.
There are buckets specially made for kimchi fermentation that are perfect to store your kimchi. But if you don’t have one, a food-grade plastic airtight container that’s BPA-free can also do the trick.
The best scenario would be for you to store kimchi in a special kimchi fermentation bucket, but if you don’t have one, any airtight container like a BPA-free, food-grade plastic container or mason jar will do.
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Shop BBQ Gourmet products to prepare a Korean feast
To have an out-of-this-world BBQ experience with ripe and crunchy kimchi, head over to the BBQ Gourmet website to get your hands on high-quality products from our US barbecue suppliers!
Get your hands on these supplies through our:
- One-stop online shop: Browse through a selection of rubs, seasonings, sauces, and accessories including storage containers—perfect for any outdoor feast
- Delivery across Europe: If you live anywhere in Europe, you can now get your favourite BBQ Gourmet products delivered to your doorstep
Visit the BBQ Gourmet website and shop the full range of supplies to prepare the ultimate Korean feast.