Description
Japchae, a beloved Korean glass noodle stir fry, is a delightful blend of sweet potato noodles, vibrant vegetables, and tender beef. This dish captures the essence of Korean cuisine with its rich flavors and beautiful presentation. Perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy family dinners, Japchae is not only visually appealing but also nutritious and satisfying. The combination of sweet soy sauce and toasted sesame oil infuses each bite with depth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces sweet potato glass noodles
- 16 ounces beef (cut into strips)
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 large carrot (peeled and julienned)
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 mushrooms (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups baby spinach (packed)
- 2 stalks green onion (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 7 tablespoons soy sauce (light sodium)
- 3 tablespoons honey (or more brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- Oil (for cooking)
- Salt and black pepper (as needed)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the sauce ingredients and set aside.
- Boil the sweet potato noodles in a large pot for about 10-15 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a nonstick pan, cook the beaten eggs over medium heat until set; then cut into strips.
- Sear seasoned beef strips in the same pan until golden brown. Remove from heat.
- Sauté carrots first in the same pan, followed by onions, mushrooms, and spinach until tender.
- Combine noodles with sauce in the pan over medium heat, then fold in vegetables, beef, and egg strips until well mixed.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg