Korean-style Japchae

Korean-style Japchae is a vibrant and savory stir-fried noodle dish featuring sweet potato noodles and an array of colorful vegetables, making it both visually appealing and nutritious. This vegetarian version is packed with flavor and is perfect for a satisfying meal any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Sweet potato noodles - 100 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Spinach - 100 grams, blanched
• Shiitake mushrooms - 50 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Soak the sweet potato noodles in warm water for about 20 minutes until they soften, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic, julienned carrot, and sliced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Incorporate the drained sweet potato noodles into the skillet and mix well with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring everything together for about 3-4 minutes until the noodles are heated through and well coated.
7. Add the blanched spinach, and toss the mixture to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
8. Season with black pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
9. Serve hot, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables like spinach and bell pepper.
• Good source of fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting satiety.

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