Korean Noodles Recipe

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Korean noodles, often referred to as “Japchae” (stir-fried sweet potato noodles) or you can also try “Korean Jajangmyeon” (black bean noodles). Below is the recipe for Japchae:

Ingredients:

For the Noodles:

• 200g sweet potato noodles (dangmyeon)
• Water (for boiling)

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 bell pepper (red or green), sliced
• 100g shiitake mushrooms or any mushrooms, sliced
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup spinach or bok choy
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions:

Prepare the Noodles:

1. Cook the Noodles:

• Boil water in a pot and add the sweet potato noodles. Cook according to the package instructions (usually about 6-7 minutes) until soft. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.

Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

2. Heat Oil:

• In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

2. Add Onions and Carrots:

• Add the sliced onion and carrot. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.

2. Add Bell Peppers and Mushrooms:

• Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, and minced garlic. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.

2. Add Spinach:

• Toss in the spinach or bok choy and cook until wilted.

Combine Everything:

6. Add Noodles:

• Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the vegetables.

6. Make the Sauce:

• In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and black pepper. Pour the sauce over the noodles and vegetables.

6. Stir-Fry:

• Toss everything together gently, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated through.

Serve:

9. Garnish:

• Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Korean Japchae! If you’re interested in Jajangmyeon, let me know and I can share that recipe too!