The Big Bang
The day that changed everything
The big bang of PANJANS Kimchi took place 2014 on a summerday in Dunedin on the south island of New Zealand.
The flavor detonation in Jan's mouth and its aftershocks irrevocably burned onto his juicy harddrive in his head. For an acknowledged hotness lover like him the selfmade napa cabbage kimchi at the authentic Korean BBQ restaurant with a lot of garlic, ginger and chili was a trap from which there was no escape.
The search begins ...
Later that year, back in his hometown Hamburg in Germany, Jan roamed, driven by kimchi-hunger, through local asia stores and delis, but his search was in vein. Nothing even came close to the complex and intense flavor of his first kimchi, and soon after that his own kitchen turned into a laboratory for his first kimchi experiments.
Experiments turned into kilo after kilo of kimchi... and so it came, that the smell of freshly fermented napa cabbage spread through the Saxon forest East of Hamburg...
The philosophy
At PANJANS we are completely committed to the concepts of authenticity, sustainability, regionality and transparency. We are firmly convinced that we are economically successful, not in spite of, but because we act according to these aspects.
PANJANS products are classic examples of 'Think globally, act regionally' We combine thousands of years of knowledge from distant Asia as well as some special ingredients with our local resources and know-how and thus create unique delicacies.
The founder
The face behind the kimchi
Our founder Jan, nicknamed Kimchiotto, is a passionate hobby cook from Hamburg who graduated from high school in 2009 to study "environmental sciences" at Leuphana University Lüneburg. In 2013, he moved to New Zealand for about a year. It was there in the city of Dunedin that he had his first contact with authentic Korean kimchi, which was a life-changing experience!
Our founder Jan, nicknamed Kimchiotto, is a passionate hobby cook from Hamburg who graduated from high school in 2009 to study "environmental sciences" at Leuphana University Lüneburg. In 2013, he moved to New Zealand for about a year. It was there in the city of Dunedin that he had his first contact with authentic Korean kimchi, which was a life-changing experience!
The first steps
Back in Germany, he consequently studied M.Sc. Ecological Food Systems" at the University of Hohenheim in Stuttgart and completed his thesis in 2018 at the chair for business start-ups and entrepreneurship.
The way to the cabbage metropolis
Beginning his journey in Hamburg and Kiel, (special thanks to the Kiel start-up kitchen 'Cocina Coworking Kitchen'), he has now arrived with PANJANS Kimchi at the KOHLosseum in Wesselburen, the internationally known cabbage metropolis in Dithmarschen on the North Sea, in the heart of Europe's largest connected cabbage-growing area.
Buy PANJANS Kimchi
PANJANS Kimchi 6er Paket No. 1 - 2x MILD, 2x MEDIUM SPICY & 2x EXTRA SPICY
Our colourful 6-pack PANJANS Kimchi with all heat levels. What has been our house recipe is todays's PANJANS Kimchi as you know. Crunchy, with a balanced seasoning and a pleasant acidity, PANJANS Kimchi classic brings the authentic flavour of Korea home to you. Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jarsA jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kg PANJANS Kimchi MILD Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 96 KJ/22 kcal Carbohydrates 2,72 g of which sugar 2,08 g Fat 0,28 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,24 g Salt 1,01 gPANJANS Kimchi MEDIUM SPICYIngredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), chili flakes, Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/26 kcal Carbohydrates 3,16 g of which sugar 2,02 g Fat 0,37 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,37 g Salt 1,35 gPANJANS Kimch EXTRA SPICY Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, chili flakes, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/25 kcal Carbohydrates 2,74 g of which sugar 1,54 g Fat 0,50 g of which saturated fat 0,10 g Protein 1,47 g Salt 1,60 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€20.73* / 1 Kilogramm)
€51.00*
PANJANS Kimchi 6er Paket No. 6 - MEDIUM SPICY
6-pack. Our medium spicy version with chili flakes for those who like balanced spiciness. What has been our house recipe is todays's PANJANS Kimchi as you know. Crunchy, with a balanced seasoning and a pleasant acidity, PANJANS Kimchi classic brings the authentic flavour of Korea home to you. Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jars A jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kg PANJANS Kimchi MEDIUM SPICY Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), chili flakes, Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/26 kcal Carbohydrates 3,16 g of which sugar 2,02 g Fat 0,37 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,37 g Salt 1,35 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€20.73* / 1 Kilogramm)
€51.00*
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PANJANS x Fish & Rice Kimchi 6er Paket No. 4 - Limited Edition -
-limited edition- This kimchi is something very special for which we made a crucial exception. Instead of using the classic vegan seasoning, which we developed ourselves, we use real fish sauce and rice flour here. The foundation for this approach was laid by our partners 'Fish and Rice ' from Phonk Cartel, namely Hellfish and Akira. The altered recipe creates an intensive taste, which is a big step closer to classic Korean kimchi. More sour, stronger overall with a balanced spiciness, this crunchy kimchi will guarantee a flavour experience that is unique and only available at PANJANS. Exclusive FISH AND RICE design. This kimchi is a limited edition of 700 jars. Buy it, as long as stocks last! 100% Nutrious! 100% Delicious! 100% Ironfist Llama! Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jars A jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kg PANJANS x FISH and RICE Kimchi Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, carrots*, garlic*, FISH sauce, radish*, apple*, Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, chili flakes, spring onion*, ginger*, RICE flour. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 98 KJ/23 kcal Carbohydrates 2,58 g of which sugar 1,66 g Fat 0,37 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,42 g Salt 1,50 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€24.19* / 1 Kilogramm)
€59.50*
PANJANS Kimchi 6er Paket No. 2 - 3x MILD, 3x MEDIUM SPICY
Our colourful 6-pack PANJANS Kimchi with MILD and MEDIUM SPICY. What has been our house recipe is todays's PANJANS Kimchi as you know. Crunchy, with a balanced seasoning and a pleasant acidity, PANJANS Kimchi classic brings the authentic flavour of Korea home to you. Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jars A jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kg PANJANS Kimchi MILD Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 96 KJ/22 kcal Carbohydrates 2,72 g of which sugar 2,08 g Fat 0,28 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,24 g Salt 1,01 g PANJANS Kimchi MEDIUM SPICYIngredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), chili flakes, Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/26 kcal Carbohydrates 3,16 g of which sugar 2,02 g Fat 0,37 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,37 g Salt 1,35 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€20.73* / 1 Kilogramm)
€51.00*
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PANJANS Kimchi 6er Paket No. 5 - MILD
6-pack. Our mild version without chili flakes for those who do not like it spicy. What has been our house recipe is todays's PANJANS Kimchi as you know. Crunchy, with a balanced seasoning and a pleasant acidity, PANJANS Kimchi classic brings the authentic flavour of Korea home to you. Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jars A jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kg PANJANS Kimchi MILD Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 96 KJ/22 kcal Carbohydrates 2,72 g of which sugar 2,08 g Fat 0,28 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,24 g Salt 1,01 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€20.73* / 1 Kilogramm)
€51.00*
PANJANS Kimchi 6er Paket No. 3 - 3x MEDIUM SPICY & 3x EXTRA SPICY
Our colourful 6-pack PANJANS Kimchi with all heat levels. What has been our house recipe is todays's PANJANS Kimchi as you know. Crunchy, with a balanced seasoning and a pleasant acidity, PANJANS Kimchi classic brings the authentic flavour of Korea home to you. Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jars A jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kg PANJANS Kimchi MEDIUM SPICY Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), chili flakes, Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/26 kcal Carbohydrates 3,16 g of which sugar 2,02 g Fat 0,37 g of which saturated fat 0,09 g Protein 1,37 g Salt 1,35 g PANJANS Kimch EXTRA SPICY Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, chili flakes, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/25 kcal Carbohydrates 2,74 g of which sugar 1,54 g Fat 0,50 g of which saturated fat 0,10 g Protein 1,47 g Salt 1,60 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€20.73* / 1 Kilogramm)
€51.00*
PANJANS Kimchi 6er Paket No. 7 - EXTRA SPICY
6-pack. Our extra spicy version with a lot of chili flakes for those who like it fiery! What has been our house recipe is todays's PANJANS Kimchi as you know. Crunchy, with a balanced seasoning and a pleasant acidity, PANJANS Kimchi classic brings the authentic flavour of Korea home to you. Produced with a lot of knowledge and passion for good food made from the best ingrediences from Dithmarschen in northern Germany and around the world. Thanks to the unique production method at the historical workshop of our partner, the KOHLosseum, we can create wholesome, probiotic food bursting with flavour, where all valuable nutrients and useful lactic acidid bacteria are maintained. A pack contains 6 jars A jar pickled vegetables contains 410 g Pack weight pickled vegetables 2,46 kgPANJANS Kimch EXTRA SPICY Ingredients (98 % organically farmed*): Chinese caggabe*, apple*, radish*, carrots*, chili flakes, spring onion*, garlic*, seasoning stock (contains soy*), Luisenhaller deep stonesalt, ginger*. DE-ÖKO-006 Nutrition facts - 100g contain approx.: Calorific value 109 KJ/25 kcal Carbohydrates 2,74 g of which sugar 1,54 g Fat 0,50 g of which saturated fat 0,10 g Protein 1,47 g Salt 1,60 g
Content: 2.46 Kilogramm (€20.73* / 1 Kilogramm)
€51.00*