Quick Spicy Kimchee

Directions

1. 1
   Remove outer leaves from cabbage.
2. 2
   Cut cabbage in quarters and remove the tough inner core.
3. 3
   Slice across sections into 1/2-inch slices.
4. 4
   Put into a colander, add salt, and mix well.
5. 5
   Place over a bowl and let drain, covered, until wilted, about 2 hours.
6. 6
   In a large bowl combine the vinegar and sugar and stir to dissolve.
7. 7
   Add the chili paste, ginger, garlic, and scallions and stir.
8. 8
   Rinse the salt off the cabbage with a couple of changes of water.
9. 9
   Dry well and add to the vinegar mixture; stir well to combine.
10. 10
    Put into a sterilized glass jar and pack the cabbage down; add enough water to cover.
11. 11
    Close the jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
12. 12
    This is spicy and gets spicier the longer it sits - add or subtract chili paste to your taste.