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Fermented Flounder Sikhae
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Fermented Flounder Sikhae

A traditional East Coast Korean fermented flounder dish with radish, cooked rice, and chili, known for rich umami and gentle acidity.

Prep 45minCook 25min4 servings
gajami sikhaeKorean fermented floundersikhae recipeEast Coast Korean foodfermented seafood banchantraditional Korean fermentation

Instructions

  1. 1

    Salt flounder for 2 hours, then wipe off excess moisture and salt.

  2. 2

    Julienne radish, lightly salt for 20 minutes, then squeeze dry.

  3. 3

    Mix sweet rice, chili flakes, fish sauce, garlic, and ginger into a fermentation paste.

  4. 4

    Add radish and scallions, then combine evenly with flounder.

  5. 5

    Pack tightly into a sealed container and ferment in the fridge for 5-7 days.

  6. 6

    It is ready when fishiness mellows and pleasant acidity appears.

Tips

Use sashimi-grade fresh fish and ferment at 0-4°C.
If too salty, add extra radish and ferment one more day.
Glass or food-grade plastic holds flavor better than metal containers.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
182
kcal
Protein
22
g
Carbs
14
g
Fat
4
g

Adjust Servings

2servings
servings

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