Kimchi

Kimchi is a traditional Korean side dish made from salted and fermented vegetables, most commonly napa cabbage and Korean radishes, seasoned with chili powder, garlic, ginger, and fermented seafood. It is a staple in Korean cuisine, known for its pungent, spicy, and tangy flavor profile that develops through the fermentation process.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Kimchi is generally low in calories and fat, providing a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as dietary fiber and beneficial probiotics from fermentation. A typical 100-gram serving contains roughly 20-30 calories, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	23 kcal
Protein	1.7 g
Carbs	4.3 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	2.4 g
Sugar	1.8 g
Sodium	747 mg
Vitamin C	18 mg
Vitamin K	43 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Folate	30 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	33 mg
Potassium	147 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, kimchi is a cornerstone of Korean identity, with annual communal preparation events called 'kimjang' recognized by UNESCO as an important cultural heritage. Nutritionally, its fermentation process creates a rich array of probiotics, which are known to support gut health, making it a functional food with historical roots in preservation and wellness.