I balanced out spice with more spice
I balanced out spice with more spice is a easy Korean recipe that serves 4. 20 calories per serving. Recipe by Alissa Nguyen formerly Gaming Foodie on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 2 hrs | Total: 2 hrs 25 min
Cost: $3.70 total, $0.93 per serving
Ingredients
- 200 g Pickled Garlic (drained and patted dry; Korean market style fermented garlic)
- 2 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste; use a good quality brand)
- 2 Fresh Chili Peppers (thinly sliced; remove seeds for less heat if desired)
Instructions
Drain the Pickled Garlic
Open the bag of pickled garlic, pour into a colander and let it drain for a minute, then pat dry with a paper towel.
Time: PT2M
Slice the Chili Peppers
Wash the chili peppers, cut off stems, slice thinly, and discard seeds if you prefer milder heat.
Time: PT3M
Combine Ingredients
In the mixing bowl, add the drained pickled garlic, sliced chilies, and sriracha. Toss until the garlic is evenly coated.
Time: PT5M
Marinate
Transfer the mixture to a clean jar, seal tightly, and let it sit at room temperature for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld.
Time: PT2H
Serve
Give the jar a quick shake before serving. Enjoy straight from the jar or with rice crackers.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 20
- Protein
- 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates
- 4 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0.5 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Gluten‑Free, Dairy‑Free, Low‑Carb
Allergens: Garlic (Allium), Chili peppers (capsaicin)
Last updated: April 20, 2026





