Water Kimchi - pickled cabbage

1. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage. Cut them in half or in thirds, then slice across the grain into 1-inch wide pieces. The small inner leaves may be sliced into squares. Cut the turnip into 1-inch squares about 1/4 thick. Slice the scallion into 1 1/2-inch lengths, then slice again lengthwise, into fine finger-shaped pieces. Repeat this process for ginger and garlic. Add the cayenne pepper. while mixing well, sprinkle slowly with salt. Let the mixture stand overnight, covered.
2. Mix the water, salt and vegan sugar in a bowl. Pour this solution over the cabbage and turnip mixture. Mix, cover and let stand at room temperature for 24 hours. Place in jars and refrigerate.