Hearty Ham and Potato Stir-Fry for the Whole Family
The Best Side Dish for Kids! Ham and Potato Stir-Fry Recipe
Introducing a delicious ham and potato stir-fry that will capture your children’s taste buds and make for a satisfying meal. This simple yet tasty dish is perfect as a side for rice or even as a snack.
Main Ingredients- 2 medium potatoes
- 170g ham (use your favorite like Spam or Luncheon meat)
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1 Korean chili pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 soju cup water (approx. 100ml)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 soju cup water (approx. 100ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all ingredients by cutting them into bite-sized pieces. Dice the potatoes, ham, and onion into about 1.5cm cubes. Finely chop the Korean chili pepper. Rinse the diced potatoes lightly under cold running water to remove excess starch, then drain them completely. (This step helps prevent the potatoes from clumping together and ensures a neat stir-fry!)
Step 2
Heat 2 Tbsp of canola oil in a wok or a wide pan over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and ham and stir-fry them lightly until they are coated with oil and start to turn golden brown.
Step 3
Spread the ingredients evenly in the pan, then cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the potatoes ‘roast’ or ‘bake’ in the pan. This method helps the potatoes cook through until tender on the inside while achieving a slightly chewy texture on the outside. Cook for about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Periodically lift the lid and gently stir the ingredients to prevent them from sticking to the pan. Continue stir-frying until the potatoes become translucent and are almost fully cooked.
Step 5
Once the potatoes are nearly cooked, pour in the 1 soju cup of water. Add 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 Tbsp brown sugar. Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Step 6
Stir-fry quickly over medium heat, tossing the ingredients with the sauce to allow it to absorb well without burning. Gently mix with chopsticks or a spatula.
Step 7
Finally, add the sliced onion and chopped chili pepper,
Step 8
and stir-fry everything together quickly (‘hweerik~’ sounds) until well combined. This results in a delicious ham and potato stir-fry! Cook over high heat for a short time to keep the onions crisp and the chili peppers fragrant. Transfer the finished stir-fry to a serving dish.
Step 9
Look at this glossy ham and potato stir-fry! It’s so flavorful, you might mistake it for a braised dish. This is a flavor that both kids and adults love, perfect for picking up and eating one piece at a time. It’s also delicious served over rice as a donburi! A true thumbs-up dish!
