Korean potato salad with meat (gamdi cha)
4 servings
60 minutes
Korean potato salad with meat, known as kamdi cha, is a vibrant representative of Korean cuisine that embodies a balance of flavors and textures. The dish originated under the influence of Chinese and Korean traditions and spread among Koreans living in Central Asia. Thinly sliced potatoes and meat infused with the aroma of garlic, soy sauce, and spices create a harmony of softness and mild spiciness. The light acidity of vinegar and freshness of cilantro give the salad a distinctive expressiveness. Kamdi cha can be served warm or chilled, making it versatile for both festive gatherings and everyday meals.
1
Take potatoes, cut them into strips, and boil in salted water until almost cooked.
- Potato: 500 g
- Vinegar: to taste
2
Cut the meat into strips and fry it with finely chopped onion and soy sauce in vegetable oil.
- Meat: 300 g
- Onion: 2 heads
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
3
Then mix the meat with the potatoes and season with soy sauce, a little vinegar, garlic, and cilantro. Add black and red pepper to taste.
- Meat: 300 g
- Potato: 500 g
- Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Vinegar: to taste
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Ground coriander: to taste
- Ground red pepper: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Serve both cold and hot.