Quick & Easy Gamja Jorim (Korean Braised Potatoes)
Gamja Jorim. Tender potatoes simmered in a sweet savory stick glaze with a hint of sesame. These Korean braised potatoes are so easy to make with minimal ingredients. A great side dish ready in 30 minutes for the family to enjoy!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (or sub with quartered Yukon gold potatoes with skin on)
- 2 tsp vegetable oil (or any neutral tasting oil)
- 1 tbsp green onion (finely chopped for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 4 tbsp regular soy sauce (not light or dark soy sauce)
- 5 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (garnish)
- 1 tsp salt (for seasoning potatoes)
- 2 tsp vinegar (like white vinegar, rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar to help potatoes retain their shape during boiling process)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse baby potatoes under cold water to remove any dirt. Do not peel.
- 2
In a large pot filled halfway with water, bring to a boil over medium high heat. Optional: add salt and vinegar to the boiling water. The salt seasons the potato, and the vinegar allows the starchy potatoes to hold their shape better.
- 3
Boil baby potatoes for 20 minutes until fork tender, uncovered.
- 4
Once cooked, strain the potatoes in a colander.
- 5
In a small bowl, combine braising sauce ingredients and set aside.
- 6
Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan on medium heat. Fry strained baby potatoes for 2-4 minutes until slightly brown on both sides.
- 7
Then pour the braising sauce mixture on top of the potatoes. Gently toss potatoes into sauce for 5 minutes, until sauce has thickened slightly. Remove off heat. Serve and garnish with green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil. Enjoy!