How to Make Korean Glass Noodles (Jap Chae) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Korean cuisine, you've probably heard of Jap Chae. This beloved dish, also known as Korean glass noodles, is a staple in Korean home cooking and a popular item on the menu of Korean restaurants around the world. Jap Chae is a type of Korean stir-fried dish made with sweet potato starch noodles, mixed vegetables, and sometimes beef or other protein. The dish is known for its vibrant colors, savory flavors, and chewy, satisfying texture.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound dried Korean sweet potato noodles
  • 2 ½ teaspoons sesame oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • ¾ cup thinly sliced onions
  • 2 carrots, cut into matchsticks
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 3 scallions, cut into 1-inch lengths
  • ½ cup thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • ½ pound spinach, well washed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 3 servings

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in vermicelli pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain and return to the pot; toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Use kitchen shears to cut noodles into approximately 8-inch lengths. Set noodles aside.
  • Mix soy sauce and sugar together in a bowl. Heat oil in a large saute pan or wok over high heat and swirl to coat. Add carrots and onions to the hot oil and fry until just softened, about 1 minute. Add garlic, scallions, and mushrooms and fry for 30 seconds more. Add spinach, soy sauce mixture, and cooked noodles. Fry until noodles are warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and toss with sesame seeds and remaining sesame oil.
  • Nutrition

    442 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 712mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 83g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 165mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 731mg

    Categories

    Korean recipes