Considered the national dish of Korea by many, kimchi is eaten as a side dish as well as incorporated into recipes. It’s a terrific fusion food, pairing well with everything from eggs to sandwiches to meat to tacos.

If you like pungent, spicy foods, take a taste. You can find them in the refrigerated case at Asian grocers, as well as online. As spicy as they are, kimchi is also a probiotic food, aiding with digestion.

• Learn more about kimchi and read our review of Mother In Law’s Kimchi, featuring two artisan varieties.
• Find more of our favorite pickles in our Gourmet Condiments Section.
• Find more of our favorite international foods.

Kimchi is tasty, spicy and probiotic. Photo
by Jessica Boucher | Mother In Law’s Kimchi.