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Kohlrabi Pickles With Chile Oil

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Kohlrabi has a muted flavor and crunchy texture similar to a broccoli stem, which is something to keep in mind for this pickles recipe.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 cup

Ingredients

1

pound small kohlrabies, peeled, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise

1

teaspoon kosher salt

1

garlic clove, finely grated

2

tablespoons coarsely chopped cilantro

1

tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar

2

teaspoons chile oil

1

teaspoon finely grated lime zest

1

1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

1

/2 teaspoon black sesame seeds

1

/2 teaspoon fish sauce

1

/2 teaspoon sugar

1

/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

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Preparation

  1. Toss kohlrabies and salt in a large bowl to coat; chill, tossing occasionally, 30 minutes. Drain, then toss in a clean large bowl with garlic, cilantro, vinegar, chile oil, lime zest, lime juice, sesame seeds, fish sauce, sugar, and sesame oil to combine.