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Korean Braised Potatoes (Gamja Jorim)

Tender baby potatoes braised in a savory-sweet soy garlic glaze, finished with sesame oil and seeds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb baby potatoes washed
  • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds toasted
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Wide skillet or shallow pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a wide skillet over medium heat and lightly pan-fry potatoes until golden.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  3. Pour in soy sauce, sugar, and water. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Uncover and cook a few more minutes until sauce thickens and coats potatoes.
  6. Finish with sesame oil, sesame seeds, and green onions before serving.

Notes

This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen.