Gamja Jorim (Korean Soy Braised Baby Potatoes)
Small potatoes simmered until sticky and glossy in a salty sweet soy glaze, a favourite Korean side dish.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.70 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Scrub the potatoes and halve any bigger than a walnut so they are all about the same size.
- 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Fry the garlic for 30 seconds, then add the potatoes and turn them for 3 minutes.
3 min - 3
Add the tamari, sugar and water. Bring to the boil, then turn the heat down to medium and cover with a lid. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring now and then.
15 min - 4
Take the lid off and turn up the heat. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the liquid has reduced to a sticky glaze coating the potatoes.
7 min - 5
Stir in the sesame oil, then scatter over the sesame seeds and spring onion. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
