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The Cultured Collective Fermented Foods Kimchi Sauerkraut

Kimchi Jjigae; quick & tasty Korean Kimchi stew

Kimchi Jjigae is a traditional Korean kimchi stew. It's rich, warming and has a wonderful complexity and depth of flavour making it the ultimate, comforting supper. Serve atop a bed of plump, fluffy white rice. INGREDIENTS Serves 2 180g unsmoked streaky bacon (we like field & flower) 1 1/2 TBS rice vinegar 1 tsp rice malt syrup (or sweetener of your choice; coconut sugar or raw cane sugar will work just as well) 1/2 tsp black pepper 3/4 Cup Kimchi (finely diced) 1 tsp peanut oil 1 leek (finely sliced) 100g mushrooms (stems removed & thinly sliced) 300g firm tofu (cubed)...

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The Cultured Collective Fermented Foods Kimchi Sauerkraut

Spicy Savoury Kimchi Pancakes - Kimchi Buchimgae

If you're looking to try something a little different this Shrove Tuesday then, these savoury kimchi pancakes are a winner. Crispy, piquant and moreish; this dish punches way about its weight in terms of flavour - all you'll need is a few humble ingredients and 20 minutes tops! INGREDIENTS Makes 4 Large pancakes 2 1/2 Cup Plain Flour 2 1/2 Cup Water 1 Large egg (beaten) 2 Cup Kimchi  Oil for frying (we like Groundnut oil) Dipping Sauce - Optional 1/2 deseeded large chilli (finely sliced) 2 TBS soy sauce 2 TBS rice vinegar 2 TBS water 1 tsp sesame...

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The Cultured Collective Fermented Foods Kimchi Sauerkraut

Spicy Kimchi Tofu Scramble

Although tofu is often used as a vegan alternative to scrambled eggs, this is nothing like the latter, packing a fiery kick, depth of flavour and nutrients galore from the many spices and kimchi. It works beautifully on avocado toast for a weekend brunch or as a light lunch on it’s own. I also like to stir in spinach at the end for a kick of iron. Per portion it gives you same amount of protein as 2 eggs (12.5g approx) and, if watching your cholesterol, less saturated fat so an excellent plant based alternative. Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp...

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The Cultured Collective Fermented Foods Kimchi Sauerkraut

Hearty Sausage & Lentil Stew with Sauerkraut

Just what the Doctor ordered! Dish up a hearty bowl of comfort on a chilly winter's evening with this family friendly sausage and lentil stew. Lentils are an underrated pantry staple; they're a great source of magnesium, folate and prebiotic fibre and do a wonderful job of absorbing flavour. Add to that the gut-soothing effects of gelatin-rich bone broth and live, probiotic sauerkraut and you've got yourself one gut-loving meal! Serve with some buttery mash and a mustardy-vinaigrette drenched salad. INGREDIENTS: Serves 6 12 x higher welfare sausages (we like The Jolly Hog Proper Porker) 180g higher welfare streaky bacon...

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