Description
Japchae is a delicious Korean dish made with chewy glass noodles, tender beef, vibrant veggies, and a savory-sweet sauce. This one-pan meal is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering a balance of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more!
Ingredients
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- For the Beef and Noodles:
- 200g beef (rib-eye, sirloin, or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 200g sweet potato glass noodles (dangmyeon)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for the beef)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for the beef)
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar (for the beef)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
- For the Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup spinach (blanched)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- For Garnish:
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Noodles:
Cook the sweet potato glass noodles according to the package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside. - Marinate the Beef:
Mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Marinate the beef slices in the mixture for 10-15 minutes. - Stir-fry the Vegetables:
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok. Stir-fry the onion, carrot, and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add garlic and stir-fry for another minute. Add blanched spinach and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from skillet and set aside. - Cook the Beef:
In the same skillet, cook the marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside with vegetables. - Combine Noodles, Beef, and Vegetables:
Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with beef and vegetables. Mix the sauce ingredients in a bowl and pour over the noodles. Stir everything together and cook for 2-3 minutes. - Serve and Garnish:
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the vegetables to retain their crunch.
- You can add mushrooms, zucchini, or bamboo shoots for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg