Description
Japchae, a beloved Korean stir-fried noodle dish, combines chewy sweet potato glass noodles with a colorful array of vegetables and your choice of protein. This delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavors from soy sauce and sesame oil, making it an ideal option for family dinners, gatherings, or meal prep. Whether you prefer beef, chicken, tofu, or shrimp, Japchae is versatile and satisfying, offering a rich culinary experience that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
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- 2 lb thin-sliced beef (or chicken, tofu, or shrimp)
- 1 lb Korean sweet potato noodles (glass noodles)
- 3 medium carrots, julienned
- 1 large white onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 bunch green onions, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 lb spinach leaves
- 4 tablespoons sesame oil (divided)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- 1. Cook the sweet potato noodles in boiling water with olive oil for 5–6 minutes until chewy. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a skillet over high heat, cook the beef until browned. Season with half of the soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- 3. Stir-fry julienned carrots and onion in another skillet with olive oil until softened. Add remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and green onions; cook for an additional minute.
- 4. Mix in spinach until wilted.
- 5. Combine cooked noodles with beef and vegetable mixture in a large bowl; toss well to coat.
- 6. Serve warm garnished with additional green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg