Japchae
Japchae is a vibrant and flavorful Korean dish that features chewy sweet potato noodles tossed with an array of fresh vegetables and your choice of protein. This delightful stir-fry is not only visually appealing but also highly customizable, making it perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or gatherings. The balance of savory soy sauce, nutty sesame oil, and the subtle sweetness from brown sugar creates a mouthwatering experience in every bite. Whether you opt for chicken, beef, or tofu, Japchae is sure to impress with its rich flavors and satisfying textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Korean sweet potato noodles
- 2 lbs thin-sliced beef (or chicken/tofu)
- 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 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the noodles by boiling them for 5-6 minutes in salted water until tender; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook your protein choice over high heat until browned, seasoning with half the soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar; set aside.
- Sauté carrots and onions in olive oil until softened. Add remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and green onions; cook for another minute.
- Stir in spinach until wilted. Combine all cooked ingredients with the noodles in a large mixing bowl and toss well to mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Find it online: https://cooknatalie.com/japchae/