Cucumber Kimchi James Park This quick and easy side dish is crunchy, spicy, and refreshing. We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: James Park Kimchi is the quintessential banchan (Korean side dish) of salted and fermented vegetables that’s served with nearly every Korean meal.