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Buchu kimchi (Garlic chives kimchi)

This kimchi made with garlic chives (buchu) is one of the easiest kimchi types to make! ·

Ingredients

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1 pound 450 grams buchu, 부추 (garlic chives)
Seasonings:
1 tablespoon glutinous rice flour (aka sweet rice flour)
4 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean red chili pepper flakes)
3 tablespoons myulchiaekjeot (fish sauce)
1 tablespoon saewujeot (salted shrimp) ( finely chopped (or use more fish sauce))
1 teaspoon sugar (or more to taste)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds - optional

1
Whisk together the glutinous powder and 1/2 cup of water. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a thin paste. Let it cool. Yields about 4 tablespoons.
2
Wash the chives thoroughly a couple of times, gently shaking them in the water to get out any dirt between the blades. Drain. Cut the chives into 2 or 3 sections crosswise.
3
Mix all the seasoning ingredients along with 1/2 cup of water in a bowl. Add to the garlic chives.
4
Gently rub the seasoning mixture all over the garlic chives to evenly coat them. Let stand at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours until the chives wilt and reduce in volume. Transfer to an airtight container or a jar and refrigerate. Buchu kimchi can be eaten right away, but the flavor develops as it ferments. It will keep well for 2 to 3 weeks in the fridge.