Kim Chi Recipe

Preperation time: 9 days
Total cooking time: Nil
Makes : about 3 cups
Cut the cabbage in half, then into large bitesized pieces. Place a layer of cabbage in a large bowl and sprinlke with a little salt. Continue with layers of cabbage and salt, finishing with a salt layer. Cover with a dinner plate taht will fit as snugly as possible over the top of the cabbage. Weigh down the plate with cans or a small brick and leave the bowl in a cool place for 5 days.
Remove the weights and plate, pour off any liquid, than rinse the cabbage well under cold running water. Squeeze out any excess water and combine the cabbage with the cayenne pepper, spring onion, garlic, ginger, chili, and sugar. Mix will to combine before spooning the cabbage into a large sterilised jar. Pour the water over the top and seal with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 days before eating