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Homemade Kimchi Recipe

Homemade Kimchi Recipe

Kimchi is a common traditional Korean and Japanese side dish that consists of fermented cabbage and other vegetables that are seasoned with Korean chili flakes (known as gochugaru).Think of it like the Asian version of sauerkraut - but in my opinion, way better....

How I Preserve My Garden Harvest with Lacto-Fermentation

How I Preserve My Garden Harvest with Lacto-Fermentation

Hey all! Real Farmer Jeff here.This year, I grew napa cabbage for my wife, Kyrié, who loves making kimchi, a spicy, fermented Korean dish she grew up eating as a half-Japanese kid. I also grew up eating it thanks to my two Korean sisters. Now, making kimchi is...

Veggie-Packed Spring Rolls with Coconut Curry Chicken

Veggie-Packed Spring Rolls with Coconut Curry Chicken

I’ve been trying to eat more veggie-packed Asian meals lately, and these spring rolls were inspired by a local Vietnamese spot that sells a coconut curry chicken bánh mì. I loved the flavor so much, I wanted to recreate my own version at home, but in spring roll...

How to Make Đồ Chua (Vietnamese Pickled Daikon and Carrots)

How to Make Đồ Chua (Vietnamese Pickled Daikon and Carrots)

Đồ Chua is a vibrant Vietnamese pickled vegetable mix, typically made from julienned carrots and daikon radish. If pickling vegetables intimidate you, don't let this one! It's extremely simple to make. It’s a staple condiment that brings a perfect balance of sweet,...

Kyrié the Foodié - Asian Recipes

Kyrié is a half-Japanese food content creator and avid home cook who specializes in Asian cuisine, with a focus on Japanese. She loves developing recipes and sharing approachable yet authentic meals. When she’s not in the kitchen, she’s helping her husband Jeff tend to their garden, or on some artistic venture.