Korean Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Korean Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salad Ingredients; 5 Russet potatoes; 1 Gala Apple (finely diced); 1 Korean Pear (finely diced); 1 stalk celery (finely diced); 1.5 teaspoons salt; 1.5 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, optional garnish; Dressing; 2 cups Kewpie mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon white pepper

Servings: persons

1
Wash the potatoes then peel and rinse in cold water.
2
Cut into about 1 inch by 1 inch cubes (2.5 cm squared) and rinse again.
3
Bring a large pot of water to a full boil, add 1/2 teaspoon salt and the cubed potatoes
4
Boil until semi tender (Korean chop stick or fork passes through with slight resistance). This will take 8-15 minutes.
5
Drain and let cool.
6
While the potatoes are cooking, clean the apples and Korean pear, then cut into about 1/2 inch by 1/2 inch pieces (1.25 cm squared) and add to bowl. Toss until well mixed.
7
In a medium mixing bowl combine the mayonnaise, pepper and sugar (optional) then mix well.
8
Add dressing to potato mix and stir until well mixed. If desired garnish with toasted sesame seed.
9
Chill and serve cold or at room temperature.

991

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salad Ingredients, 5 Russet potatoes, 1 Gala Apple (finely diced), 1 Korean Pear (finely diced), and more.

Yes, Korean Potato Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Korean Potato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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