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Korean · PANTRYHOP RECIPE

Korean Japchae Noodles

35 minutes · 4 servings · omnivore

Japchae is a classic Korean noodle dish; this version keeps the usual sweet-salty balance.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) dangmyeon sweet potato noodles
  • 6 oz (170 g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups spinach
  • 1 cup carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup onion, sliced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Let’s make it

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions, then drain and rinse. Toss with 1 tbsp sesame oil.
  2. Cook the beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and garlic until just done. Set aside.
  3. Stir-fry carrot, onion, and mushrooms in oil for 3-4 minutes, then add spinach until wilted.
  4. Toss noodles with the remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and all the vegetables and beef. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve warm or at room temperature.

Cut the noodles into shorter lengths for easier eating.

Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.

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