Korean potato salad.
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What Makes Korean Potato Salad So Unique (And Tasty)?
By David Tran
A Korean potato salad on a plate.
Potato salad is truly a global dish, and in South Korea, their version of potato salad is a popular, crunchy, and sweet side dish.
Apples on a wooden table.
At its core, Korean potato salad is a medley of potatoes, vegetables, and mayo, but it includes other vegetables, like corn and cucumbers, and fruits, such as apples.
Russet potatoes pouring out of a paper bag.
To make a simple Korean potato salad, dice russet potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, carrots, and cucumbers into small pieces.
Balls of Korean potato salad on a platter.
You'll also need sugar, honey, or your preferred syrup. Unlike a typical Western potato salad, rice vinegar is mixed into the salad.
Korean potato salad in a wooden bowl.
Like any other recipe, you can adjust the dish to your personal preference. Try adding your favorite vegetables and fruits like onions, peas, and corn.
A person holding Kewpie mayo at a grocery store.
You can also be adventurous and toss in some raisins and diced sweet apples like Fuji or Gala. If you want an even sweeter version, swap out regular mayo for Kewpie mayo.