Korean Japchae (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 lb thin-sliced beef (or sub with chicken, tofu, or shrimp)
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1 lb Korean sweet potato noodles (glass noodles)
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3 medium carrots, julienned
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1 large white onion, thinly sliced
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1/2 bunch green onions, chopped
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6 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 lb spinach leaves
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4 tbsp sesame oil (divided)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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6 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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3 tbsp brown sugar
# Instructions:
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Bring water to a boil in a large pot with a drizzle of olive oil. Add sweet potato noodles and cook for 5-6 minutes, then drain and set aside.
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In a skillet over high heat, cook beef until browned, seasoning with half the soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar while cooking. Set aside.
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In another skillet, heat olive oil, then add julienned carrots and onion, cooking until softened. Add the remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Mix in garlic and green onions and cook for another minute.
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Add spinach, stir until wilted, then add all veggies and beef to the noodles.
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Toss all ingredients well in a large bowl. Serve warm and garnish with extra green onions if desired.
# Notes:
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Japchae is a traditional Korean dish made with sweet potato glass noodles, known for their uniquely chewy texture and lightly sweet flavor.
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In this recipe, the noodles are stir-fried with tender slices of beef, fresh vegetables, and seasoned with a savory blend of soy sauce and sesame oil, creating a perfectly balanced sweet and savory profile.