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Baek Kimchi

백김치
Romanization: Baekgimchi

This is a non-spicy Korean radish kimchi made with a light broth of water, salt, and sugar. It features a refreshing and slightly sweet taste, making it a popular side dish to balance richer meals. It is typically served chilled alongside rice and other banchan.

Spiciness
●○○ Mild
Main ingredients
무물소금설탕마늘
May contain (allergens)
Fish · 생선Crustaceans (shrimp, crab) · 갑각류(새우·게)
How to eat it
Serve on the table or mix with rice when eating with soups.
How it differs from Nabak Kimchi (나박김치)
Unlike Nabak Kimchi which is pickled without seasoning, this menu is pickled with soy sauce and sugar for a slightly salty and sweet taste.
Regional differences
It is traditionally more common in the Jeolla region.
How to order

백김치 하나 주세요.

One Baek Kimchi, please.

⚠️ Allergen information is for reference only, based on typical recipes. Ingredients and spiciness differ by restaurant, so always confirm with the staff.
알레르기 정보는 일반적인 조리법 기준 참고용입니다. 식당마다 재료와 맵기가 다르니 반드시 직원에게 확인하세요.

Reference: Wikipedia (Korean)

Ask the staff (show this)

이 메뉴에 생선 들어가요?

Does this dish contain Fish?

덜 맵게 해 주세요.

Please make it less spicy.

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