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Vegetarian Japchae Korean Glass Noodles

Delight in the sweet and savory flavors of Easy Japchae, Korea's beloved glass noodle stir-fry. Featuring chewy sweet potato noodles, vibrant vegetables, and a sesame-infused sauce, this dish is as delicious as it is beautiful. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish at your next gathering!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course or Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles and Vegetables:
  • 8 oz Korean glass noodles sweet potato starch noodles or dangmyeon
  • 2 large eggs whites and yolks separated
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 6 large shiitake mushrooms sliced ⅓ inch thick
  • ⅓ large yellow onion sliced ⅓ inch thick
  • ½ large red bell pepper julienned ¼ inch thick
  • ½ large yellow bell pepper julienned ¼ inch thick
  • ½ large carrot julienned ⅛ inch thick
  • 3 cups baby spinach packed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 stalks scallions chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 teaspoons toasted white sesame seeds for garnish
For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1½ tablespoons sesame oil

Method
 

Prepare the Sauce:
  1. In a small bowl, mix together low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, dark soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir until the sugar dissolves and set aside.
Cook the Noodles:
  1. Boil the Korean glass noodles according to package instructions, ensuring not to overcook them. Drain and place in a large bowl. Toss the hot noodles with the sauce and let them absorb the flavors while you prepare the other ingredients.
Cook the Eggs:
  1. Separately cook the egg whites and yolks in a flat pan. Slice them into thin strips for garnish and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onions, stir-frying for 2 minutes.
  2. Add the red and yellow bell peppers, carrots, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for an additional 1–2 minutes.
  3. Toss in the spinach, cooking until just wilted. Add a pinch of salt to season. Remove from heat.
Combine Everything:
  1. Add the stir-fried vegetables and sliced eggs to the bowl of noodles. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Garnish and Serve:
  1. Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped scallions on top. Serve immediately, either warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Prep all your vegetables and mix the sauce before cooking to save time, as the noodles cook quickly.

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