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Why Is Kimchi Served With Almost Every Korean Meal?

If you’ve ever seen a traditional Korean meal, you’ve probably noticed one familiar food appearing on the table:

김치
Gimchi
Kimchi

But why is kimchi served with so many Korean meals?

🥬 Kimchi Is More Than One Recipe

Kimchi is a traditional Korean fermented vegetable food, but there isn’t just one type of kimchi.

There are many varieties made with different vegetables, seasonings, preparation methods, and regional traditions.

One of the best-known types is napa cabbage kimchi, but you’ll also find kimchi made with other vegetables.

At a Korean meal, kimchi may be served alongside:

🍚 rice
🥣 soup
🥩 grilled meat
🍜 noodles
🥢 other side dishes

That’s why kimchi is such a familiar part of the Korean dining table.

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맛있어요!
Masisseoyo!
“It’s delicious!”

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Suebeet Kim
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