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Kimchi 김치

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Kimchi (; Korean: 김치; pronounced [kim.tɕʰi]) is a traditional Korean side dish (banchan) consisting of salted and fermented vegetables, most often napa cabbage or Korean radish. A wide selection of seasonings are used, including gochugaru (Korean chili powder), spring onions, garlic, ginger, and jeotgal (salted seafood). Kimchi is also used in a variety of soups and stews. Kimchi is a staple food in Korean cuisine and is eaten as a side dish with almost every Korean meal.

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Kimchi (김치) — verified Korean dish / food.

Details

• Country of origin: Korea
• Made from: Napa cabbage, white radish, ginger
• Category: traditional Korean side dish
• Type: salted and fermented vegetables
• Main Ingredients: napa cabbage or Korean radish
• Pronunciation: kim.tɕʰi
• Role: staple food in Korean cuisine

Spice level

medium — KoreaAPI editorial rating (not cross-verified)

Dietary

vegan (some use fish sauce) — KoreaAPI editorial note (not cross-verified)

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Verified & tracked since 2026-08-15 · 91 verified snapshots.

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