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Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles)

Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles)

  • Author: Charlotte
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main or Side Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant Korean dish featuring chewy glass noodles tossed with fresh vegetables and a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for any meal


Ingredients

  • Glass Noodles: 200 grams
  • Spinach: 100 grams
  • Carrots: 1 medium, julienned
  • Shiitake Mushrooms: 6–8 pieces, sliced
  • Red Bell Pepper: 1, sliced
  • Yellow Bell Pepper: 1, sliced
  • Onion: 1 small, thinly sliced
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Sesame Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons
  • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
  • Sesame Seeds: 1 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Soak glass noodles in warm water for 10–15 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the sauce by mixing soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar in a small bowl.
  3. Heat a pan over medium heat and sauté garlic and onions until fragrant.
  4. Add carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, and spinach separately, cooking each until just tender.
  5. Combine the vegetables with the noodles and pour the sauce over. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and drizzle extra sesame oil if desired.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy.

Notes

  • Cook vegetables separately to maintain color and texture.
  • Do not overcook noodles to keep them chewy.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Garnish with toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3 grams
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 7 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 1 gram
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 35 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 5 grams
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Japchae, Korean noodles, glass noodles, Korean cuisine, stir-fry, vegetarian noodles