Description
Korean comfort meets culinary art in this gamja jorim, where tender potatoes simmer in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce. Rich caramelized flavors and subtle soy undertones invite you to savor a classic side dish that speaks directly to the soul of home cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 medium potatoes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice wine (mirin)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and peel potatoes, then cube them into uniform, bite-sized chunks to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, carefully arranging potato cubes in a single layer to achieve golden-brown edges.
- Sauté potatoes for 5-7 minutes, gently turning them to create a crispy exterior while maintaining a tender interior.
- Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, corn syrup, rice wine, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a separate bowl to create a glossy, aromatic sauce.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the sautéed potatoes, allowing it to simmer and gradually reduce, coating each potato piece with a rich, caramelized glaze.
- Reduce heat to low and continue cooking for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and ensure even sauce absorption.
- Once potatoes are tender and sauce has thickened to a sticky consistency, remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving dish, generously sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and freshly chopped green onions for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve warm as a delectable side dish that showcases the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly glossy Korean-style potato preparation.
Notes
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for best texture and ability to hold shape during cooking.
- Cut potatoes into uniform cubes to guarantee even cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Low sodium soy sauce works great for reducing salt content without compromising authentic flavor profile.
- Adjust sugar levels for different dietary preferences, using honey or maple syrup as alternative sweeteners for a more natural approach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg