Gamja Jorim (Braised Potatoes)

Step 1

Peel and cut potatoes into about 1-inch cubes. Cut the carrot, peppers, and onion into big chunks.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine all the braising liquid ingredients except the sesame oil and seeds. Stir well.

Step 3

In a non-stick pan (or a small pot), sauté the potatoes in cooking oil over medium heat for 4 - 5 minutes, stirring occasionally so the potatoes don't stick to the pan.

Step 4

Add the sauce mix and bring it to a boil over high heat. Drop the carrot pieces in. Cover, and reduce the heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are almost cooked through (about 5 to 6 minutes, depending on the type or size of potatoes). The potatoes should be firm and not mushy.

Step 5

Stir in the green peppers and onion, and continue to boil (uncover this time) until the sauce is reduced and slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. The potatoes will continue to soak up the sauce even after being cooked. Stir in the sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.