Delicious Stir-Fried Shredded Potatoes (Doesn’t Fall Apart!)
The Best Side Dish! Easy and Delicious Stir-Fried Shredded Potatoes Recipe (Secret to Preventing Them from Breaking)
Today, I’m sharing a quick and delicious recipe for stir-fried shredded potatoes that you can make even on busy days. It’s the perfect side dish for any meal! This simple yet incredibly flavorful recipe is sure to win over your family’s taste buds. I’ll even share the secret to keeping the potatoes perfectly intact and firm!
Essential Ingredients- 3 medium potatoes
- 1/4 onion
- A small amount of carrot
- A small amount of green onion
- 2 tsp salt
- 3-4 Tbsp water (about 1/5 of a paper cup)
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds
- 1 tsp perilla oil (or sesame oil)
- Cooking oil (or canola oil) as needed
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, peel the potatoes and slice them into thin, uniform shreds. Cutting them to a consistent thickness ensures they cook evenly, resulting in a better stir-fry. Aim for shreds that are about 2-3mm thick.
Step 2
Place the shredded potatoes in cold water for about 10 minutes to remove excess starch. This crucial step prevents the potato shreds from sticking together or breaking apart during cooking, and helps maintain a crisp, firm texture. After soaking, drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander.
Step 3
Slice the onion thinly. Julienne the carrot and green onion into similar lengths as the potatoes. Having all your vegetables prepped beforehand makes the cooking process much smoother.
Step 4
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the shredded potatoes and onion. Stir-fry until the onion becomes translucent. This process allows the natural sweetness of the onion to meld with the savory potatoes, creating a richer flavor.
Step 5
Once the potatoes and onions are slightly softened, add the julienned carrots and continue to stir-fry. Now, add 2 tsp of salt and about 3-4 tablespoons (roughly 1/5 of a paper cup) of water. Adding a little water helps the potatoes steam gently as they cook, making them tender and moist without becoming mushy.
Step 6
Since the potato shreds are thin, avoid covering the pan for too long, as they can easily break down. Cook uncovered over medium-low heat. Instead of stirring vigorously, gently toss or fold the potatoes with a spatula to prevent them from breaking. They are done when they are tender when pierced with a chopstick or fork.
Step 7
Once the potatoes are fully cooked, add the chopped green onion, sesame seeds, and 1 tsp of perilla oil. Gently mix everything together to incorporate the flavors and aromas. The nutty scent of perilla oil and the fresh fragrance of green onion will elevate the dish. Your delicious, glossy stir-fried shredded potatoes are ready!
