Gamja Jorim (Braised Potatoes)
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4.6
Gamja Jorim (Braised Potatoes)
Description
This recipe for Gamja Jorim uses medium-sized potatoes cut into approximately 1-inch cubes cooked with carrot chunks, green chili or bell pepper, and onion. The braising liquid combines soy sauce, sugar, rice wine (or mirin), corn syrup (or sugar), garlic, black pepper, and water, which meld into a rich sauce.
The potatoes are first sautéed to prevent sticking, then simmered with the sauce and vegetables until tender yet still holding their shape. Once the sauce thickens, sesame oil is stirred in and roasted sesame seeds sprinkled on top for a finishing touch.
This side dish pairs well with rice and other Korean meals. Variations in vegetables are common, and a touch of heat can be added with Korean chili flakes without altering the recipe significantly.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds potato about 3 medium size
- 1 carrot See note 1, about 3 ounces
- 2 to 3 green chili pepper or 1/2 green bell pepper
- 1/4 onion medium
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
Braising liquid:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or 2 T soy sauce and 1 T gochujang) See note 2
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice wine You can omit it if unavailable, or mirin
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup Or use 1 tablespoon more sugar, or oligodang
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- pinch black pepper
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seed roasted
Instructions
- Peel and cut potatoes into about 1-inch cubes. Cut the carrot, peppers, and onion into big chunks.
- In a small bowl, combine all the braising liquid ingredients except the sesame oil and seeds. Stir well.
- In a non-stick pan (or a small pot), sauté the potatoes in cooking oil over medium heat for 4 - 5 minutes, stirring occasionally so the potatoes don't stick to the pan.
- Add the sauce mix and bring it to a boil over high heat. Drop the carrot pieces in. Cover, and reduce the heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are almost cooked through (about 5 to 6 minutes, depending on the type or size of potatoes). The potatoes should be firm and not mushy.
- Stir in the green peppers and onion, and continue to boil (uncover this time) until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. The potatoes will continue to soak up the sauce even after being cooked. Stir in the sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Notes
- Other vegetables such as bell peppers, scallions, garlic cloves, or mushrooms may be used as desired.
- Adding Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) is optional for a spicy version; adjust from 1 to 3 teaspoons to taste.
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4.6
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