scotinsiam Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 I have been searching in vain for Kimchi in the supermarkets around town, I used too get it in Brunei in large jars but can't seem to come across it here. Has any one seen it in the stores? thanks in advance S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobraSnakeNecktie Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 it's in all the stores. Rimping, Tops etc. Mostly its in plastic packages but some jars also. Usually near the tofu and noodles in refrigerated sections Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMSteve Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Yes, just about every grocery carries small packages of Kimchi. It is not hard to find. you can also buy it at Arirang Korean restaurant(Chiang Mai Land). Recently we've been buying it from here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippydedodah Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 make friends with Koreans! they usually have whole separate refrigerators full of the stuff... the wife gives them gifts of thai/mexican/japanese food and they give her Kimchi!!! works for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobraSnakeNecktie Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 also the various markets like Tanin, Sompet, Muang Mai etc have fermented vegetables for sale. It's usually presented in open tubs. Definitely the health food stores like Ban Suan Pak and Aden sell Kimchi and they might have healthier ingredients and properties. darn easy to make at home also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangcoral Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 (edited) PM me if you want home made kimchii info..the lady has a nice little operation with a couple workers and makes it from her house in Hang Dong at World Club Land. She has a menu of all the different varieties sold, though I haven't seen the menu as I know what I want on the top of my head). Her price is reasonable at 100 baht per kilo which is also the minimum per a variety. I normally buy 2 kilos at a time that last me about 2 weeks but I'm Korean and we eat it pretty often. About 90% of her buyers are korean so if the authentic taste is of your likings then she would be the one to go to. She also sells Korean mandoo "wonton" that needs to be boiled or fried as its freshly made. Also Kimbap = Korean vegetable beef sushi We koreans like hers as opposed to supermarket varieties cause she doesn't use MSG or artificial seasoning unless you like that sort of stuff and some of us do, then she is the one to go to. Edited March 3, 2013 by tangcoral 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotinsiam Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 Thanks to everyone for the replies, I am definitely going to try to purchase from the Kimchi lady mentioned above, I am not Korean but work with them and also live in Korean accommodation at work, I am sure I am addicted to it and eat it daily! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikster Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Miso - the Korean Restaurant / Guest House in Nimmanhemin Soi 5 sells Kimchi by the Kg. Pretty good as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilesCh Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Rimping at Nim (across from Airport Central has a few different brands and types in the reefr at the left rear just prior to the fish dept. Not being able to read the label the 1st one I bought was quite bland. The 2nd time there was a Korean lady also shopping and pointed out the spicy one, 400gms in a plastic jar for 59bt. The only thing I can read on the label other than 400g is the word "spicy." Although I haven't had the homemade type in San Francisco for 1-1/2 years, this one is quite good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardholder Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Am I the only one who finds kimchi overrated ? Don't get me wrong, it is OK but as for eating it everyday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LawrenceChee Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 The Tops supermarket @ Huay Kwey Central has fresh Kim chi flown in from Korea every Wednesday and Friday It is in a distinct green and white packaging and this is the fav brand in Korea for those who do not want to make their own I believe they bring in only certain types of the most popular ones..u have to be early as the korean housewives all descend and buy them up by the afternoon most are gone. I personally don't eat it but was dating a Korean lady some time back and I had to pay a facilitation fee to the sales asst in charge of that section to keep some for me as that is the only one brand she eats ! I keep them in 3 lock and lock air tight containers and still the smell permeates in the fridge :-) This is one item you will not see me reviewing anytime soon :-) but for those who love eating them enjoy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobraSnakeNecktie Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Kimchi is supposed to be pretty effective depth charge of probiotics. Unfortunately its also a real salt bomb. Salt is tasty but a bloat festival for the human body. I think it tastes pretty good but who doesn't like a lot of salt and spicy taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mapguy Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 This is terrific! Beats hell out of chewing endlessly on hamburgers and gulping down The Tops supermarket @ Huay Kwey Central has fresh Kim chi flown in from Korea every Wednesday and Friday It is in a distinct green and white packaging and this is the fav brand in Korea for those who do not want to make their own I believe they bring in only certain types of the most popular ones..u have to be early as the korean housewives all descend and buy them up by the afternoon most are gone. I personally don't eat it but was dating a Korean lady some time back and I had to pay a facilitation fee to the sales asst in charge of that section to keep some for me as that is the only one brand she eats ! I keep them in 3 lock and lock air tight containers and still the smell permeates in the fridge :-) This is one item you will not see me reviewing anytime soon :-) but for those who love eating them enjoy ! Great thread! Better than chopping endlessly on hamburgers and gulping down the perfect English or American breakfast ! But, beware! Kimchi is one of those foods that seem relatively endless in variety based on individual tastes and often upon what your mother or grandmother prepared for you as a child. Rather like debating about Scotch malt whisky... Of course, not too many grandmothers ran distilleries! Uh oh! I might have started something... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mapguy Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 (edited) The Tops supermarket @ Huay Kwey Central has fresh Kim chi flown in from Korea every Wednesday and Friday It is in a distinct green and white packaging and this is the fav brand in Korea for those who do not want to make their own I believe they bring in only certain types of the most popular ones..u have to be early as the korean housewives all descend and buy them up by the afternoon most are gone. I personally don't eat it but was dating a Korean lady some time back and I had to pay a facilitation fee to the sales asst in charge of that section to keep some for me as that is the only one brand she eats ! I keep them in 3 lock and lock air tight containers and still the smell permeates in the fridge :-) This is one item you will not see me reviewing anytime soon :-) but for those who love eating them enjoy ! Hmmm ?? !!!! Were you referring to the girlfriend or to the kimchi ?! Or were both too hot ?! Sounds like you must have been infatuated for a while since you were so busy bribing the grocery section lady!!! Two basic rules (There are others!) about kimchi. One, if you are in love, both must enjoy kimchi, or sleep in separate bed rooms! Two, never eat kimchi for breakfast! Or fall in love with someone who does. (Exception: Both indulge, as in Rule 1) Edited March 3, 2013 by Mapguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicog Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 But, beware! Kimchi is one of those foods that seem relatively endless in variety based on individual tastes and often upon what your mother or grandmother prepared for you as a child. Rather like debating about Scotch malt whisky... Of course, not too many grandmothers ran distilleries! You're not wrong, I remember dining out in Korea and most of the men were adamant that their mother's secret recipe was the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 (edited) Kimchi is the bomb! The stink bomb actually. If you take a large amount home and put it in your regular frig, buy some BAKING SODA, and put half of the package in the frig and half in the freezer, as the smell migrates. If you don't do this, your whole place will have the stink. I love kimchi! I buy it by the kilo so that's what I mean by a large amount. Edited March 3, 2013 by Jingthing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsokolowski Posted March 3, 2013 Share Posted March 3, 2013 My Thai wife learned how to make it at home (here in Hawaii), it is pretty easy to do. The secret is to add oysters or fermented fish in the bottle (pla rha) to it. Sounds nasty, but it is a flavor that authentic kimchi needs. I love kimchi, especially when it sits for a while and has a slightly sour taste to it. If if is really sour we make a kimchi stew with it (pork, kimchi, tofu, carrots, green onions, and zuccini), wonderful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LawrenceChee Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 The other alternative was to pick up one of those inexpensive fridges in Big C and use it only and strictly for kimchi supplies storage :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mapguy Posted March 4, 2013 Share Posted March 4, 2013 Kim chi is for babies! Issan Pla rha is definitely in a class by itself. It may be responsible for shortening life, but no medical research lab has been brave enough to run a research study. Consider your stomach! It compares to tossing lithium into hydrochloric acid. It should also be stored in tightly-sealed glass containers. Bell jars don't help, however, as the stuff rots the rubber gasket. It should NEVER be stored inside any building. If you do, to be responsible you should place hazard markers on your door similarto those which warn of radioactive poisoning. Not only is the odor overwhelming, there is always the danger of spontaneous combustion when opening! If you put it in the fridge, it will burn off the enamel if you leave the jar improperly sealed! When serving it, if you are outside and at some distance from others, don't forget to spoon off the bugs from the top of the jug before you eat, but bury the residue. Never flush into a septic system! Finally, check your insurance policy's small print. You probably aren;t covered. And, at least, ensure small children are removed from the premises before proceeding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotinsiam Posted March 4, 2013 Author Share Posted March 4, 2013 Great advice people thanks, I do eat it every morning for breakfast but have my own office at work lol. I know it is considered to be healthy but that's not why I eat it - I just love the stuff. No-one I work with here from the west will eat it but thats fine by me as I can have more from the limited daily supply at breakfast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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