Looking to buy authentic kimchi in NZ?

Symbiota’s raw vegan kim chi is handcrafted in small batches in Papamoa, New Zealand. Using traditional Korean fermentation methods with locally sourced, organic or spray-free produce and wild fermentation methods results in a premium jongga kimchi ferment. 

This is the same trusted kim chi food recipe that’s been winning hearts (and taste buds) for years; deeply flavourful, naturally fermented, and alive with beneficial microbes. Customers particularly love, the fine shredded napa and green cabbage which lends to a delicate mouth-feel. 

Our NZ-made kimchi is wild fermented, unpasteurised, and packed with living probiotics, delivering a beautifully balanced flavour: tangy, umami-rich, and gently spiced. It’s approachable for first-time kimchi eaters, yet complex enough for true kimchi lovers.

Why Choose Symbiota Kimchi?

• Made in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in small batches
• Raw & unpasteurised – alive with beneficial probiotics
  
• Vegan & gluten-free
  
• Naturally fermented using traditional Korean techniques
  
• Made with spray-free and or organic, locally sourced produce
  
• Long chilled shelf life – up to 6 months unopened
  
  

Unlike pasteurised kimchi, Symbiota kim chee remains alive, allowing beneficial bacteria to support gut health, digestion, and immune balance.

Flavour Profile & How to Use It

Symbiota Kimchi is:

• Bright and tangy
  
• Savoury and umami-rich
  
• Gently spicy (not overpowering)
  
  

Enjoy it:

• In rice bowls and noodle dishes
  
• Stirred through soups, stews, or stir-fries
  
• In kimchi pancakes or fritters
  
• As a zesty side straight from the jar
  
  

Fermentation continues naturally, so flavour deepens over time.

Kimchi Ingredients

Napa cabbage, green cabbage, carrot, daikon radish, spring onion, garlic, ginger, gluten-free soy sauce, Korean chilli flakes, Himalayan salt.

What Are the Benefits of Eating Kimchi?

Kimchi is traditionally valued for its role in gut and overall health. Naturally fermented kimchi provides:

• Probiotics to support digestion
  
• Prebiotics to nourish beneficial gut bacteria
  
• Vitamins A, B & C
  
• Minerals including iron and calcium
  
  

When eaten regularly, raw fermented kimchi can support a healthy gut microbiome and immune function.

Discover delicious ways to eat kimchi in our blog!

Storage & Shipping

Keep refrigerated at all times. Once opened, consume within 4 weeks for optimal flavour and texture.

Shipping note:
Please use an urban address where possible. Fermented foods are best delivered quickly and kept chilled.