Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim)

Gamja Jorim, or Korean Braised Potatoes, is a popular Korean side dish (banchan) made with tender baby potatoes simmered in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce. The dish features a rich combination of soy sauce, garlic, and a hint of spice from gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), with a drizzle of honey or syrup for a touch of sweetness. It’s perfect as a side dish for Korean BBQ or any meal.

Ingredients:

  • For the Potatoes:
    • 1 1/2 lb baby potatoes
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
    • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
    • Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • For the Sauce:
    • 1/4 cup soy sauce
    • 3 tablespoons honey (or your choice of sweetened syrup)
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) or red pepper flakes (optional)
    • 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potatoes:

  • Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and leave the skin on, or peel them if desired.

2. Sauté the Potatoes:

  • In a large skillet, warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
  • Add the potatoes and sauté them for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes begin to brown on the outside.

3. Make the Sauce:

  • While the potatoes are browning, mix together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, gochugaru (if using), and water in a small bowl to create the sauce.

4. Braise the Potatoes:

  • Pour the sauce over the browned potatoes in the skillet. Stir to coat the potatoes evenly in the sauce.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the potatoes simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has reduced to a thick glaze.

5. Garnish and Serve:

  • Once the potatoes are cooked through and glazed with the sauce, remove from heat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  • Serve warm as a side dish with rice or other Korean dishes.

Conclusion:

This Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim) is a delicious, sweet, and savory side dish that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. The tender, bite-sized potatoes absorb the soy-based sauce, while the garlic and gochugaru add a subtle kick. Finished with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish is a perfect accompaniment to any meal, particularly Korean BBQ or a bowl of steamed rice.

Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim)

Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim) are tenderbaby potatoes simmered in a sweet and savory soy sauce with garlic andgochugaru. This quick and easy Korean side dish is perfect for pairing withrice or as part of a larger meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian-Inspired, Korean
Servings 4
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes:

  • 1 1/2 lb baby potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Green onions chopped (for garnish)

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey or your choice of sweetened syrup
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon gochugaru Korean chili flakes or red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions
 

Prepare the Potatoes:

  • Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and leave the skin on, or peel them if desired.

Sauté the Potatoes:

  • In a large skillet, warm 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
  • Add the potatoes and sauté them for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes begin to brown on the outside.

Make the Sauce:

  • While the potatoes are browning, mix together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, gochugaru (if using), and water in a small bowl to create the sauce.

Braise the Potatoes:

  • Pour the sauce over the browned potatoes in the skillet. Stir to coat the potatoes evenly in the sauce.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the potatoes simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has reduced to a thick glaze.

Garnish and Serve:

  • Once the potatoes are cooked through and glazed with the sauce, remove from heat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  • Serve warm as a side dish with rice or other Korean dishes.
Keyword Korean braised potatoes

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