For a vegetarian option, ensure your soy sauce is vegetarian-friendly. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. Adjust the amount of soy sauce and sugar to your taste. To prevent the noodles from sticking, toss them with sesame oil immediately after draining. Japchae is traditionally served during celebrations and special occasions in Korea.
Korean Glass Noodles (Jap Chae)
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME35 mins
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SERVING3 People
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VIEWS15
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Jap Chae, a Korean classic featuring translucent glass noodles made from sweet potato starch. This versatile dish offers a symphony of textures and tastes, perfect served hot, at room temperature, or even chilled. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate83 g
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Fiber5 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium712 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepBoil the Noodles: Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add the sweet potato noodles and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm, about 5 minutes. Drain the noodles and return them to the pot. Toss with 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. (Estimated time: 5 minutes)
02
StepPrepare the Noodles: Using kitchen shears, cut the noodles into approximately 8-inch lengths. Set aside. (Estimated time: 2 minutes)
03
StepMake the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. (Estimated time: 1 minute)
04
StepStir-fry Vegetables: Heat cooking oil in a large sauté pan or wok over high heat. Add the carrots and onions and stir-fry until just softened, about 1 minute. Add the garlic, scallions, and shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry for 30 seconds more. (Estimated time: 1.5 minutes)
05
StepCombine and Finish: Add the spinach, soy sauce mixture, and cooked noodles to the pan. Stir-fry until the noodles are warmed through and the spinach is wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes. (Estimated time: 2.5 minutes)
06
StepGarnish and Serve: Remove from heat and toss with sesame seeds and the remaining sesame oil. Serve immediately or at room temperature. (Estimated time: 1 minute)
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Charles Gutkowski
Jun 28, 2025My family loved this! I added some beef for extra protein and it was a hit.
Sonny Swift
May 22, 2025This is my go-to Jap Chae recipe now. Thank you for sharing!
Amy Kunde
May 18, 2025The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I especially appreciated the tip about cutting the noodles with kitchen shears.
Vena Hansen
May 17, 2025This recipe was fantastic! The noodles turned out perfectly springy and the flavor was spot-on.
Rogers Jacobi
May 11, 2025I've tried making Jap Chae before, but this recipe was by far the easiest and most delicious.