Gochujang Korean Spicy Fries
Gochujang Korean Spicy Fries are crispy golden fries tossed in a bold and tangy gochujang-based sauce, perfect as a flavorful snack, appetizer, or party side dish.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegan
- 1.5 lbs (680g) russet potatoes, cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon water (to thin sauce, if needed)
- Optional: chopped green onions, sesame seeds for garnish
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cut potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fries are golden and crispy.
- While fries bake, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan over low heat. Add a bit of water if sauce is too thick. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Once fries are baked, transfer them to a large bowl and toss with the warm gochujang sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Adjust gochujang for milder or spicier flavor.
- Use frozen fries for convenience—just bake according to package and toss with sauce.
- Pairs well with a creamy dip like mayo or ranch to balance heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: gochujang fries, Korean spicy fries, baked fries, spicy appetizer, vegan snack