Korean Spicy Braised Potatoes

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) baby potatoes 500g (1.1 lb) baby potatoes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish) 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish) 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 220 kcal / 920 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 36g, 6g
• Protein: 4g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
2. 2.
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, mix together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
5. 5.
   Add the potatoes to the skillet and pour the sauce over them.
6. 6.
   Stir well to coat the potatoes evenly with the sauce.
7. 7.
   Cover the skillet and let the potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and the sauce has thickened.
8. 8.
   Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
9. 9.
   Once the potatoes are cooked, remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
10. 10.
    Serve hot as a side dish or snack.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and to allow them to absorb the flavors of the sauce.

Tips & Tricks

• For a milder version, reduce the amount of gochujang (Korean chili paste) according to your preference.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer the potatoes uncovered for a few extra minutes.
• Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for an extra nutty flavor.
• Serve the dish with steamed rice to balance the spiciness.

Serving advice

Korean Spicy Braised Potatoes can be served as a side dish alongside a main course or as a standalone snack. It pairs well with steamed rice and other Korean dishes such as bulgogi or bibimbap. Serve it hot to enjoy the flavors at their best.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the potatoes in a shallow serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. The vibrant red color of the potatoes will create an eye-catching contrast against the garnishes.