Gamja Jorim
감자조림
Small potatoes simmered in a shiny sweet soy glaze. A lunch box staple.
Serves 4
Prep 10 min
Cook 25 min
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb small potatoes, peeled and halved
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Steps
Step 1. Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat and stir the potatoes for 2 minutes.
Step 2. Add the soy sauce, sugar, water, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 12 minutes.
Step 3. Uncover, add the syrup, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning the potatoes, until tender and the sauce is thick and glossy.
Step 4. Stir in the sesame oil, sprinkle with seeds, and serve warm or cold.
Where this recipe comes from
Yoribang Korean recipes, part two by Yoribang. License: Free to use. View the original (opens in a new tab)
More Yoribang write-ups of Korean dishes. Gochujang and gochugaru (chili paste and flakes), doenjang, and Korean radish are sold at Asian grocery stores. Heat levels vary a lot between brands, so start with less and add more to taste.