Gamja Jorim (Braised Soy Potatoes)

Name: Gamja Jorim (Braised Soy Potatoes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2 lbs baby potatoes (or small Yukon Gold, halved), halved; 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable); 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1/2 cup water; 2 tbsp mirin (or rice wine + pinch of sugar); 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted; 2 scallions, thinly sliced

A classic Korean banchan of small potatoes braised in a sweet-salty soy glaze with garlic and sesame. Tender, caramelized, and addictive.

40 minEasyServes 4160 cal/serving

KoreanSideStovetopVeganDairy-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs baby potatoes (or small Yukon Gold, halved), halved
2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
2 tbsp mirin (or rice wine + pinch of sugar)
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or vegetable) in a wide skillet or wok over medium heat. Add 2 lbs halved baby potatoes (or small Yukon Gold, halved) in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until lightly golden on the cut sides, about 5-6 minutes.
2

Add 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3

Add 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 cup water, and 2 tbsp mirin (or rice wine + pinch of sugar) to the pan. Stir to combine.
4

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
5

Remove lid and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring and tossing frequently, until the braising liquid is reduced to a sticky glaze that coats the potatoes, about 5-7 minutes.
6

Remove from heat and drizzle with 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions.

Questions

Can I make Gamja Jorim (Braised Soy Potatoes) gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/4 cup soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Can I make Gamja Jorim (Braised Soy Potatoes) ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Gamja Jorim (Braised Soy Potatoes)?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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