July, 03, 2025
Why Is It Called “Kimchi”?
Ever wondered where the word “kimchi” comes from? Before it was called “kimchi,” Koreans called it “dimchae.” It means fermented veggies, and the word is over 1,000 years old!
The word “kimchi” has gone through many changes over time. A long time ago, kimchi was called “dimchae”, which came from the Korean pronunciation of the old word “chimchae” (沈菜) — meaning “vegetables soaked in brine.” This term doesn’t exist in Chinese and was specially created in Korea to describe fermented vegetables.
Over time, the pronunciation changed
dimchae → jimchae → jimchi → kimchi
It is believed that the word may have been used as early as the Silla Dynasty.
Since Hangul (the Korean alphabet) had not yet been created, Chinese characters were used to write the word for kimchi.
Reference: kimchi content integration platform
You’re tasting a bit of ancient Korean history right here in Australia.
101: Must-Know Facts!
01. Add more kimchi Juice
:The juice acts as a natural barrier, reducing contact with oxygen. Less air means less chance of spoilage. also, The acidity and salt content in the kimchi juice help slow down.
Proper storage is key to preserving the taste of kimchi.
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