Korean Potato Salad (Gamja Salad)
You are in for a treat with this super simple but delicious Korean Potato Salad. Also known as Gamja Salad, this potato salad consists of light and fluffy mashed potatoes with a twist. Hints of sweetness and bits of extra crunch and freshness from cucumbers and carrots make for a delightful bite!
Servings 10 servings
Calories 159kcal
Equipment
- potato masher
- paper towel
Ingredients
- 3 russet potatoes peeled and cut into 3
- 1 carrot grated
- ½ cucumber sliced thinnly
- ½ cup Kewpie mayo or more
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1½ tsp salt and pepper
- 3 hard boiled eggs
Instructions
- Place sliced cucumbers on a paper towel and sprinkle salt over top. Let sit for a couple of minutes and then squeeze them with the paper towel to absorb the water.
- In another paper towel, add the grated carrots and squeeze them until excess water is absorbed on the towel.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil with the potatoes. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork tender, around 10 to 15 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked potatoes to a large bowl and mash.
- Add the Kewpie mayo, sugar, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper and mix to combine.
- Add the cucumbers, carrots, and diced (or grated) eggs to the potato mixture.
- Stir until well combined. Add more mayo, salt, or pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately or after chilling.
Nutrition
Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 446mg | Potassium: 328mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1116IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg