If you’re yet to try this traditional Korean spicy, fermented veggie dish, you’re missing out. Not only does it pack a real punch, flavour-wise, adding depth and sour notes to all kinds of dishes, but it’s great for gut health, too.

“A big dollop of kimchi makes an excellent replacement for hot sauce,” advises nutritional therapist Alex Allan. “It gives a kick of spice without the sugar. Plus, if you get an unpasteurised version, it’s teeming with good bacteria, making it an excellent choice for gut health, lowering cholesterol and boosting immune tolerance.”

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