Ggaetnip Kimchi 깻잎김치 (Perilla Leaves Kimchi)

Ggaetnip Kimchi 깻잎김치 (Perilla Leaves Kimchi)

Ingredients:

50 Perilla Leaves (Sesame Leaves), washed and pat dried

For the Kimchi Paste:

2 tbsp Red Pepper Powder

1 1/2 tbsp Fish Sauce (Aekjeot)
2 tbsp Soy Sauce

3 tbsp Water

1/2 Tbsp Sugar
1/2 Yellow Onion, sliced thinly
1 tbsp Green Onions, chopped

1/2 Tbsp Garlic, minced

1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds

Instructions:

Make the kimchi paste.

In a small bowl, add-in all the ingredients for the kimchi paste. Mix well to thoroughly combine. Set aside.
*Adjust the amount of saltiness, sweetness, and spiciness depending on your taste.

On a plate, place one perilla leaf, and spread kimchi paste evenly on top.

*Repeat this process for the remaining leaves.

Stack and arrange them; Place in an airtight clear glass container.

Cover, and put in the fridge, until ready to serve.

*This is best served chilled.

Serve and Enjoy!!