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Gochujang-Roasted Potatoes

Gochujang is a Korean fermented chile paste that's sweet, savory, and spicy all at once. It adds amazing flavor to these roasted potatoes and brings so much character to any dish!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine south american
Servings 4 people
Calories 820.1 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Large Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • 1 Baking Sheet Lined with parchment paper

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 russet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 ½ tablespoons grapeseed oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean hot pepper paste
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes Optional
  • 2 scallions sliced
  • ½ medium lime

Instructions
 

  • Rinse potatoes in a colander to remove excess starch. Drain.
  • Place potatoes into a large microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 tablespoon oil and salt; toss to coat. Cover and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Stir, cover again, and microwave until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander to drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk gochujang, remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes together in the bowl used to cook the potatoes. Return potatoes to the bowl and toss to coat; spread onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven, stirring once or twice, until potatoes are golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and garnish with scallions. Squeeze lime juice over top.

Notes

Pre-cooking potatoes in the microwave is a smart technique to ensure even doneness and a shorter roasting time; be careful not to overcook them to avoid a mushy texture. For maximum crispness during roasting, ensure the potatoes are spread in a single layer on the baking sheet without overcrowding. Gochujang's complex flavor benefits from the heat, but a final squeeze of fresh lime juice is crucial to cut through the richness and add a vibrant brightness. Consider adding a small amount of finely minced garlic or ginger to the gochujang sauce for an extra layer of aromatic depth. Adjust red pepper flakes to personal spice preference.