Korean Japchae Noodles with Spinach and Beef

Name: Korean Japchae Noodles with Spinach and Beef
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 pinch black pepper; 200g beef sirloin; 2 tbsp marinade mix; 100g spinach; 1 medium carrot; 1 onion; 4 to 5 shiitake mushrooms; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 200g sweet potato glass noodles; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil

A Savory Korean Delight

A delicious blend of sweet potato glass noodles, savory beef, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for any occasion.

1 h 15 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

3 cloves garlic

minced

3 tbsp soy sauce

2 tbsp sesame oil

1 tbsp sugar

1 pinch black pepper

For the Beef

200g beef sirloin

thinly sliced

2 tbsp marinade mix

(from above)

For the Vegetables

100g spinach

washed and dried

1 medium carrot

julienned

1 onion

thinly sliced

4 to 5 shiitake mushrooms

sliced

2 tbsp vegetable oil

For the Noodles

200g sweet potato glass noodles

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp sesame oil

Preparation

Marinating the Beef

Combine marinade

Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.

Add beef

Add sliced beef to the bowl, ensuring it's well-coated.

Rest

Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Ensure the beef is thinly sliced for tender cooking.

Preparing the Vegetables

Blanch spinach

Blanch spinach in boiling water for about 30 seconds, drain, and squeeze out excess water.

Sauté carrot

Heat oil in a pan, sauté carrots until slightly tender.

Cook onions & mushrooms

Add onions and mushrooms, sauté until softened.

Cooking Process

Stir-Frying the Beef

Heat a pan over medium-high heat, then add the marinated beef, stir-fry until mostly cooked.

Cooking the Noodles

Boil noodles for 5 minutes, drain and rinse with cold water, then toss with soy sauce and sesame oil.

Soak noodles in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften while preparing other ingredients.

Combining Everything

In a large pan, combine cooked noodles, beef, and sautéed vegetables. Toss well to mix all ingredients evenly.

Plating & Serving