Korean Sweet Potato Noodles (Japchae)

Korean Sweet Potato Noodles (Japchae)

If you like Asian-inspired noodle dishes, you will love Korean japchae. You would never know that these satisfying noodles are made from sweet potatoes and are gluten free! Serve with kimchi as a garnish.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

Steak Marinade

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 4 teaspoons mirin (Japanese sweet wine)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound flank steak, sliced across the grain

Noodle Sauce

  • ¼ tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces Korean sweet potato noodles (dangmyun)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups baby spinach, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon light olive oil
  • 1 large carrot, cut into matchsticks
  • ½ onion, sliced

Directions

Step 1
Combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, mirin, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, garlic, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Add steak; stir to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2
Combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 1 pinch pepper in a large bowl; stir well.

Step 3
Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in noodles and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Drain. Add noodles to sauce; toss to coat.

Step 4
Whisk egg in a bowl. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat; pour in egg. Cook until firm, about 1 minute per side. Slice into strips.

Step 5
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spinach and cook, uncovered, until just bright green, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.

Step 6
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrot and onion; saut? until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in steak and marinade; cook until tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in spinach. Add noodles and egg; cook and stir until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.

Tips

Use tamari or coconut aminos in place of soy sauce to make this a gluten-free recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

283
Calories
10g
Fat
33g
Carbs
14g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 283
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 13%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol48mg 16%
Sodium910mg 40%
Total Carbohydrate33g 12%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars9g
Protein14g
Vitamin C5mg 27%
Calcium41mg 3%
Iron2mg 9%
Potassium309mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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