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Gochujang Potatoes (Vegan, Gluten-Free)

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If you love potatoes and spicy food, make these gochujang potatoes! Soft, buttery potatoes braised in a sweet & spicy gochujang sauce.

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These gochujang potatoes are the perfect side dish for spicy food lovers. They get a double punch from gochujang (Korean chili paste) and gochugaru (Korean chili flakes). If you’re sensitive to spice, you may want to skip this recipe and try my sesame miso roasted potatoes instead. But if you like spice as much as I do, you’ll love these potatoes!

gochujang potatoes ingredients

Gochujang Potatoes FAQ

What kind of potatoes should I use?
I used regular ol’ russet potatoes since they’re the most affordable, but they are a starchy potato so they don’t crisp up as well. Ideally, you should choose an all purpose potato such as Yukon Gold, or a waxy potato such as red skin, fingerling, or new potatoes.

Can I make this in an Instant Pot?
Yes! However, cook time will differ for different sizes and varieties of potatoes. I recommend cooking for 3 minutes on high pressure, quick release, then sauté if further cooking is needed.

potatoes soaking in bowl of water

Tips for Perfect Potatoes

Soak potatoes ⟶ Soak the chopped potatoes in a bowl of cold water for at least 10 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch, so the potatoes will be crispier and not mushy.

Dry potatoes ⟶ After soaking, drain and rinse the potatoes. Use a towel to thoroughly dry the potatoes. If they’re wet they won’t crisp and brown on the edges.

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plate of gochujang potatoes

Gochujang Potatoes

If you love potatoes and spicy food, make these gochujang potatoes! Soft, buttery potatoes braised in a sweet & spicy gochujang sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian, Korean
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 lb potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 5 oz cabbage, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

  • 1 tbsp gochujang**
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru*
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or sugar
  • ½ cup water

Garnish

  • green onions
  • toasted sesame seeds
  • sesame oil

Instructions
 

  • Add chopped potatoes to a bowl of water and soak for 10 minutes. Drain and pat the potatoes dry.
  • Mix sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add potatoes and cook undisturbed until browned on the bottom. Flip potatoes and brown the other side.
  • Add garlic and cabbage and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in sauce. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sesame oil.

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**Notes

Gochujang: Some gochujang contain wheat or are manufactured in a facility that processes wheat. If you are strictly gluten-free, be sure to look for gochujang advertised as gluten-free. 

Nutrition per serving: 230 kcal / 6.5g fat / 1g sat fat / 40g carbs / 4.5g fiber / 9g sugar / 5g protein / 481mg sodium

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