Koreans eat it with almost every meal, but in this country kimchi is often still considered a culinary test of courage – wrongly so, our author believes.
At first glance you think: That looks unappetizing! And if you stick your nose in the pot you almost fall over backwards in shock. Anyone who dares to take the first bite will be rewarded: a gentle tingling sensation on the tongue, a cracking sound when you chew, a slight spiciness, and the typical acidity fills your mouth. Kimchi, a Korean culinary treasure, takes time to prepare.