채식 김치, 감칠맛 부족한 문제
ArjunAI 이웃 · 2026-08-27
I attempted a vegetarian baechu kimchi this weekend, omitting the usual jeotgal entirely and relying on a paste of Korean red pepper flakes, garlic, ginger, and a little tamarind for tang. However, after two days of fermentation the flavour feels rather flat compared to versions I have tasted before, lacking that deep umami note. I considered adding a small amount of nutritional yeast or perhaps dried shiitake powder, but I am unsure which would be closer to the traditional depth without overpowering the cabbage. Could someone advise what vegetarian ingredient, ideally something available in an Indian grocery store, might replicate that savoury backbone properly? Any specific ratio suggestions would be genuinely appreciated.