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Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim)

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Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim) are tender baby potatoes simmered in a sweet and savory soy-based glaze. This glossy, garlicky side dish is full of umami and perfect alongside rice or as a stand-alone snack.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Ingredients

  • pounds baby potatoes, washed
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green onion, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, honey, garlic, black pepper, water, and sesame oil to create braising liquid.
  2. Boil potatoes in a pot with vinegar for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and dry well.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pan-fry potatoes for about 4 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Pour in the braising liquid, stirring to coat potatoes. Simmer for 5–6 minutes until sauce thickens into a glaze.
  5. Turn off heat and mix in toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onion. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Add gochugaru or gochujang for a spicy version.
  • Swap honey for maple syrup or agave for different sweetness profiles.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Tastes great cold or at room temperature—perfect for meal prep.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg