Description
Japchae is a delicious and versatile Korean dish featuring chewy sweet potato glass noodles, tender beef, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a savory-sweet sauce. This delightful stir-fry is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. With its colorful presentation and unique combination of flavors and textures, Japchae is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it can be easily customized with your choice of protein and seasonal veggies. Experience the joy of cooking this classic dish that captures the essence of Korean cuisine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Cook the sweet potato noodles in boiling water with olive oil for 5–6 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over high heat, brown the beef; season with half of the soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Set aside when cooked through.
- Sauté carrots and onion in another skillet over medium heat until softened.
- Add remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and green onions to the vegetable skillet; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in spinach until wilted.
- In a mixing bowl, combine noodles, beef mixture, and sautéed vegetables; toss well to coat evenly.
- Serve warm garnished with extra chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg