Korean Beef Vegetables with Noodles Chap Jae

Delight your taste buds with the bold flavors of Korean Beef Vegetables with Noodles (Japchae), a beloved classic that combines tender sweet potato noodles (dangmyeon) with savory marinated beef, nutrient-rich spinach, and a vibrant medley of carrots, shiitake mushrooms, and bell peppers. This quick and easy dish masterfully balances the umami of soy sauce and sesame oil with subtle sweetness, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Perfectly suited for a midweek dinner or a show-stopping side dish, this one-skillet recipe is garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions for a fragrant finish. Serve warm or at room temperature for an authentic Korean culinary experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams sweet potato noodles (dangmyeon)
• 200 grams beef sirloin (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for beef marinade)
• 1 teaspoon sugar (for beef marinade)
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic (for beef marinade)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for beef marinade)
• 1 medium carrot (julienned)
• 150 grams spinach
• 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
• 100 grams shiitake mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (julienned)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (for seasoning)
• 2 teaspoons sugar (for seasoning)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil (for seasoning)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 scallions (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the beef marinade: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, mix well, and let it sit for 15 minutes.

Step 2

2. Soak the sweet potato noodles in hot water for 20 minutes or follow the package instructions to cook them until they are soft but chewy. Drain the noodles and set them aside.

Step 3

3. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 30 seconds, quickly transferring it to an ice bath. Drain, squeeze out excess water, and season lightly with a pinch of salt and a few drops of sesame oil. Set aside.

Step 4

4. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

5. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry the carrots, onion, red bell pepper, and shiitake mushrooms, cooking for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 6

6. Lower the heat and return the cooked beef to the skillet. Add the drained noodles, blanched spinach, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of sesame oil. Toss well to combine and heat everything through, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions if desired.

Step 8

8. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your authentic Korean Japchae!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1141.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1685.0

Total Fat 93.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g
Cholesterol 141.2mg	0%
Sodium 4784.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 68.8g	0%

Vitamin D 154IU	0%
Calcium 329.8mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2787.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 33.9%