Gamja jorim soy braised potatoes with sesame
Small potatoes cooked down in a sweet soy glaze until sticky. A cheap, hearty side that the whole table eats.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.89 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
Heat the vegetable oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Add the potatoes cut side down and fry for 4 minutes until lightly golden.
4 min - 2
Add the soy sauce, sugar, water, garlic and chilli. Bring to the boil.
- 3
Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 12 minutes, until the potatoes are nearly tender.
12 min - 4
Take off the lid, turn up the heat and cook for 8 minutes, stirring now and then, until the sauce has reduced to a sticky glaze.
8 min - 5
Stir in the sesame oil, then scatter with sesame seeds and spring onions.
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.