Vegan Japchae – these stir-fried Korean glass noodles are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and nutty. With a glossy sesame oil sheen and crunchy veggies, it’s quick to whip up as a weeknight dinner!

Japchae is a traditional Korean noodle dish made with these amazing sweet potato noodles (aka glass noodles). The main flavor comes from sesame seeds, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar, making for a heavenly combination of flavors.

Coming together in under 15 minutes, it’s an amazing treat to enjoy while binging your latest K-drama or to share with your family and friends!

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Vegetarian Japchae - Korean Stir Fried Glass Noodles

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

25 mins

 

Japchae - these stir-fried Korean glass noodles (sweet potato noodles) are the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and nutty. With a glossy sesame oil sheen and crunchy veggies, it’s quick to whip up as a weeknight dinner! 

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: Korean

Keyword: vegan, vegetarian

Custom Category: Dinner, International Cuisine, Lunch, Main Course

Servings: 4

Calories: 154 kcal

Author: Aryav Bothra

Ingredients

• 200 grams sweet potato noodles (glass noodles) , boiled
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 medium onions , chopped
• 3 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 cup mixed color bell peppers , chopped
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1/2 cup carrots , julienned
• 1/3 cup bok choy , optional
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp gochugaru (korean chili flakes) , or regular chili flakes
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• salt , to taste
• black pepper , to taste
• 1/4 cup spring onions , for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat your vegetable and sesame oil on medium heat in a large pan. Add in your onion and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
2. Add in your bell peppers, spinach, carrot, and bok choy. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until slightly browned.

3. Add in your soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, salt, gochugaru (or chili flakes), sesame seeds, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until well combined.

4. Add in your boiled sweet potato noodles and mix gently until combined. Garnish with some sesame seeds and spring onions and enjoy!

Recipe Video

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Nutrition Facts

Vegetarian Japchae - Korean Stir Fried Glass Noodles

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value*

Fat 12g18%

Saturated Fat 4g25%

Sodium 527mg23%

Potassium 269mg8%

Carbohydrates 11g4%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 3837IU77%

Vitamin C 40mg48%

Calcium 59mg6%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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