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Korean Japchae

Delicious Korean Japchae: Stir-Fried Noodle Bliss Awaits

Korean Japchae is a comforting and vibrant dish featuring chewy sweet potato glass noodles and customizable ingredients.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 7 oz Sweet Potato Glass Noodles (Dangmyeon) Substitute with rice noodles if unavailable.
For the Protein
  • 8 oz Beef Or substitute with chicken/tofu.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Carrots Julienne for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mix of colors for visual appeal.
  • 2 cups Spinach Substitute with other leafy greens as desired.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Low-sodium options available.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Toasted sesame oil is ideal.
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Chives can be used as a substitute.
Optional for Heat
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang Use chili paste if gochujang is unavailable.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Large pan
  • Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Korean Japchae
  1. Begin by soaking sweet potato glass noodles in a large bowl of hot water for about 30 minutes, ensuring they soften and expand. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Once they are fully pliable, drain the noodles and set them aside.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add thinly sliced beef and stir-fry for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until it’s browned and cooked through.
  3. In the same pan, add another splash of oil if needed, then toss in your colorful vegetables such as julienned carrots, bell peppers, and spinach. Stir-fry for about 3 to 5 minutes until they're tender yet vibrant.
  4. Reintroduce the cooked beef to the pan along with the soaked and drained noodles. Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring vigorously for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Once everything is well mixed and heated, transfer the Korean Japchae to a serving dish, sprinkling chopped green onions on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Prepare vegetables and proteins in advance to streamline cooking on busy nights. Adjust soy sauce to taste and use seasonal vegetables as desired.

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