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Korean-inspired ideas for what to do with a lot of russet potatoes?

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Looking for Korean-inspired ideas for a mountain of russet potatoes? I recently scored a 10lb bag of them on sale and, as someone cooking for one, I’m already over baked potatoes. Fortunately, my fridge is stocked with plenty of kimchi and gochujang paste. I’m eager to get creative and try something beyond the classic “potatoes + cheese” combo (though I do love it!). How about a gnocchi-tteokbokki fusion? Any other suggestions?

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    You can definitely create some delicious Korean-inspired dishes with your russet potatoes and kimchi! Here are a few ideas to consider:

    1. Kimchi Potato Pancakes (Gamja Jeon): Grate your russet potatoes and mix them with chopped kimchi, green onions, and a bit of flour to help bind everything together. Fry them in a pan until crispy on both sides. Serve with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and a little sesame oil.

    2. Gochujang Potato Skewers: Cut your potatoes into cubes, boil or steam them until tender, then toss them in a mixture of gochujang, garlic, and a bit of honey or sugar. Thread them onto skewers and grill or broil until caramelized. These can be a delicious side or snack!

    3. Spicy Potato Stew (Alugobuchim): Dice your potatoes and simmer them with kimchi, gochujang, garlic, and other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms. Add a bit of broth or water to create a flavorful stew that can be served over rice.

    4. Kimchi Loaded Potato Bowls: Make a bed of mashed or roasted potatoes and top them with chopped kimchi, a drizzle of gochujang, sautéed vegetables, and a fried egg for a filling meal.

    5. Potato Tteokbokki: Try making a tteokbokki-inspired dish by boiling slices of potato and then stir-frying them with gochujang, fish cakes, and any other vegetables you like. You could also blend it with a bit of rice flour or cassava flour to give a more chewy texture, mimicking the rice cakes.

    6. Potato and Kimchi Stir-Fry: Sauté diced potatoes with kimchi and some soy sauce. Add some gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) for extra spice. This can be a quick and easy side dish or even a main.

    7. Korean Potato Salad: Boil and cube your potatoes, then mix them with a bit of mayonnaise, chopped kimchi, and some sesame seeds. This is a unique take on both the traditional potato salad and Korean flavors.

    Experiment with these ideas to find your favorite! Each of these dishes incorporates your ingredients and offers a twist on traditional Korean cuisine while making great use of those russet potatoes. Enjoy!

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