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Crispy Gochujang Potato Salad

Crispy Gochujang potato salad with golden roasted baby potatoes tossed in a spicy-sweet gochujang dressing. Korean potato salad flavors with a glossy glaze, sesame crunch, and fresh scallion finish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
cooling 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean Fusion
Calories: 670

Ingredients
  

baby potatoes
  • 3 lb baby potatoes
oil, seasoning, and crispy coating
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 salt to taste
  • 0.5 pepper to taste
gochujang dressing
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
toppings
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 3 green onions sliced

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Roast the potatoes
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and set out a sheet pan. This hot oven helps the cut sides crisp instead of steam.
  2. Toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them cut-side down in a single layer for maximum browning.
  3. Roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping once if needed, until golden and crispy. Look for deep caramelized edges and a dry, crunchy surface.
Cool and make the dressing
  1. Let the roasted potatoes cool for 30 minutes. Cooling firms the crispy exterior so the salad holds together.
  2. Mix gochujang, mayonnaise, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil until smooth and glossy. The dressing should look thick enough to coat potatoes.
Assemble and serve
  1. Toss the cooled potatoes with the gochujang dressing until well coated. Ensure every piece gets a thin, sticky glaze.
  2. Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Add them right before serving for the best crunch and freshness.
  3. Serve at room temperature. Room-temp resting balances the sweetness and heat so the glaze clings well.

Notes

Pro tip: Roast on a preheated sheet pan and avoid overcrowding so the potatoes crisp. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; the crispy edges will soften but the flavor improves. Freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-free swap, use a plant-based mayonnaise and confirm your gochujang is vegan.