Colorful Stir-Fried Shredded Potatoes: No Sticking, Just Perfection!
The Ultimate Korean Side Dish: How to Make Perfect Stir-Fried Shredded Potatoes That Don’t Stick
Here’s a recipe for stir-fried shredded potatoes that are not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. The key is to remove excess starch to ensure they don’t stick and turn out perfectly clean and tender. Enjoy this delightful side dish that pairs wonderfully with rice.
Main Ingredients- 2 medium potatoes
- 4 slices of sliced ham
- 1 green bell pepper (or use a mix of colors for extra vibrancy)
Potato Soaking Ingredients- 1 cup water (200ml)
- 1 tablespoon salt (15g)
Seasoning Ingredients- 0.3 tablespoon salt (approx. 5g, adjust to taste)
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 cup water (200ml)
- 1 tablespoon salt (15g)
Seasoning Ingredients- 0.3 tablespoon salt (approx. 5g, adjust to taste)
- 1 pinch black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the potatoes thoroughly, peel them, and then julienne them into approximately 0.3cm thick strips. Aim for consistent thickness so they cook evenly, preventing burning or undercooking. In a bowl, combine 1 cup (200ml) of water with 1 tablespoon (15g) of salt and stir well to dissolve. Add the julienned potatoes to this salt water and let them soak for about 10 minutes. This step is crucial for removing excess starch, ensuring your stir-fried potatoes are clean and won’t stick to the pan!
Step 2
Next, prepare the sliced ham and green bell pepper. Julienne the sliced ham to a similar thickness as the potatoes. Remove the seeds from the green bell pepper and julienne it to match the other ingredients. This uniformity in size makes the dish more appealing. You can substitute paprika for the green bell pepper if you prefer.
Step 3
Now, let’s start stir-frying! Heat a pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Drain the potatoes from the salt water, lightly pat them dry, and add them to the pan. Stir gently with chopsticks or a spatula to prevent them from clumping together. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring continuously, until the potatoes become slightly translucent and are partially cooked. It’s important to maintain medium-low heat throughout this process. High heat can cause the outside to burn while the inside remains raw.
Step 4
Once the potatoes are partially cooked, add the julienned sliced ham and green bell pepper to the pan. Continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until the ham is lightly browned and the bell pepper is still crisp. Keep stirring to ensure all ingredients are well combined and coated with the oil.
Step 5
Finally, it’s time to season. Add 0.3 tablespoon of salt (about 5g) and a pinch of black pepper, according to your preference. Mix everything well. Remember that potatoes release starch and ham can be salty, so it’s best to add salt gradually and taste as you go. Once seasoned to perfection, your delicious stir-fried shredded potatoes are ready!
Step 6
Behold the wonderfully clean and flavorful shredded potato stir-fry, achieved through the starch-removal technique! It’s so good, a bowl of rice will disappear in no time.
Step 7
The colorful addition of bell peppers and ham makes this dish visually stunning! Having a generous batch of this ready in the refrigerator makes for an excellent and satisfying side dish. It’s delicious on its own or served alongside kimchi, and even makes a quick and easy breakfast option.
Step 8
Enjoy your meal today with our recipe, and have a happy and wonderful day! 😀
