How to Make Yummy Korean Glass Noodles (Japchae) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking to try something new and exciting for dinner tonight? Why not give Korean Glass Noodles, also known as Japchae, a try? This traditional Korean dish features clear noodles made from sweet potato starch, cooked with a variety of colorful vegetables and seasoned with a delicious blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and other flavorful ingredients. It's a popular dish in Korea and can be found at many Korean restaurants, but with this recipe, you can easily make it at home and impress your fam...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package sweet potato vermicelli (glass noodles)
  • ½ cup boiling water
  • ½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Break noodles into small pieces. Place into a deep dish and cover with hot tap water; soak for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk boiling water, soy sauce, and brown sugar together in a 2-cup liquid measure.
  • Drain noodles and transfer to a bowl. Pour soy mixture over top and soak for 2 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add noodles and soy mixture; cook and stir until hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer noodles and sauce to serving bowls. Garnish with sesame seeds.
  • Nutrition

    363 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 1073mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 85mg

    Categories

    Korean recipes