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Kimchi Spread

By Chris Morocco
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Kimchi SpreadMarcus Nilsson

Fiery kimchi gets a little sweetness from gochujang pepper paste.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    5 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 8 Servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups Napa cabbage kimchi (a 12-ounce jar; do not drain), chopped
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
Ingredient info: Gochujang is available at Korean markets and online.

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mix kimchi and gochujang in a small bowl.

    Step 2

    DO AHEAD: Kimchi spread can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsSpreadsKoreanEast AsianAsianSnackNut FreeMake Ahead5 Ingredients or Fewer30 Minutes or LessQuickEasyNo-CookBon Appétit

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