Kimchi Cashew Crema

This Kimchi Cashew Crema is one fragged-up flavor bomb that’ll blow your minds into the next dimension, omae. A fusion of tangy fermented kimchi getting all cozy with rich cashew cream and a kick of ginger heat. Back when I was pullin’ jobs in the Kortown sprawl, this sauce was my secret weapon for keepin’ my wits sharp and my reflexes on point. A few spoonfuls of this matrix-shatterin’ crema, and any boring bowl of noodles transforms into a taste explosion that’ll have you sweatin’ bullets and beggin’ for more. It’s been a staple at my cart for years, and once you try it, you’ll understand why. This is the kind of flavor ‘nade that’ll have you coming back day after day, omae, just like those synth-protein chips we used to scarf down between runs.

1 cup cashew nuts

1 cup fermented kimchi, drained and chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated

2 tablespoons sesame seeds

1⁄2 cup plant-based milk (or water)

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1⁄4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, if you like it spicy)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Soak the cashew nuts in hot water for at least 30 minutes, then drain and rinse.

In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, kimchi, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, plant-based milk, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and heat gently, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

For a thinner consistency, add more plant-based milk or water as needed.

Serve over noodle, sprinkling with sesame seeds

Serve over think rice noodles or sweet potato noodles that have a chance of standing up to this sauce. For a little extra protein throw on a fried egg and crispy bacon bits.

There you have it, Omae - a sauce so punishingly delicious, it’ll make you question your loyalty to the Corps. Just try not to go overboard with the pepper flakes, unless you wanna end up breathin’ fire like a fragged-up dragon for the next few days. But who knows, maybe that’s just the kinda edge you need to take down that next Mr. Johnson that tries to stiff you on a pay day. In any case, keep this recipe close, and you’ll never go hungry in the shadows again. Stay sharp out there, chummers!