Korean Japchae Noodle Stir-fry with Bulgogi and Sesame Spinach

A vibrant and flavorful Korean glass noodle dish featuring marinated bulgogi beef, colorful vegetables, and a refreshing sesame spinach side.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

685 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£3.80/serving

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Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1lbBulgogi Beef(Thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin)

£6.50

3tbspSoy Sauce(Use gluten-free if needed)

£0.15

2tbspBrown Sugar(Light or dark brown sugar)

£0.05

1tbspSesame Oil

£0.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1tspGinger(Grated)

£0.08

0.5tspBlack Pepper

£0.03

8ozKorean Glass Noodles (Dangmyeon)

£3.00

1mediumCarrots(Julienned)

0.5mediumOnion(Thinly sliced)

£0.15

1mediumBell Pepper(Any color, thinly sliced)

£0.60

4ozShiitake Mushrooms(Sliced)

£2.50

5ozSpinach(Fresh)

£1.20

2tbspSesame Oil(For spinach)

£0.20

1tbspSoy Sauce(For spinach)

£0.15

1cloveGarlic(Minced, for spinach)

£0.10

1tbspSesame Seeds(Toasted, for garnish)

£0.15

2tbspVegetable Oil(For stir-frying)

£0.05

Total Cost

£15.21

£3.80 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Marinate the Beef:** In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced bulgogi beef with soy sauce (3 tbsp), brown sugar, sesame oil (1 tbsp), minced garlic (2 cloves), grated ginger, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to an hour in the refrigerator).
2.
**Cook the Noodles:** Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the Korean glass noodles and cook according to package directions (usually 6-8 minutes), until translucent and chewy. Drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
3.
**Prepare Sesame Spinach:** Blanch the spinach in boiling water for about 30 seconds, or until wilted. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking and preserve its color. Drain the spinach well, squeezing out excess water. In a bowl, toss the spinach with sesame oil (2 tbsp), soy sauce (1 tbsp), and minced garlic (1 clove). Set aside.
4.
**Stir-fry the Vegetables:** Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and carrots and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened. Add the sliced bell pepper and shiitake mushrooms and continue stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes, until tender-crisp. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
5.
**Cook the Bulgogi:** In the same skillet, add the marinated bulgogi beef and cook over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Break up any clumps of beef as it cooks.
6.
**Combine Everything:** Add the cooked noodles, stir-fried vegetables, and sesame spinach to the skillet with the cooked bulgogi. Toss everything together to combine and ensure the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce from the bulgogi.
7.
**Serve:** Serve the Japchae immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (350g)

685 kcal / 2866 kJ

Carbs

65g

25% of RDA

Fat

35g

50% of RDA

Protein

35g

70% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

20 g

22% of RDA

Sodium

1200 mg

52% of RDA

Saturated Fat

10 g

50% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your preference for sweetness.

Don't overcook the noodles; they should be chewy and slightly firm.

Rinsing the noodles in cold water after cooking is crucial to prevent them from sticking together.

Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or wood ear mushrooms.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) to the bulgogi marinade or the stir-fry.

Cooking Equipment

Large Pot

Large Skillet or Wok

Mixing Bowls

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Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your preference for sweetness.

Don't overcook the noodles; they should be chewy and slightly firm.

Rinsing the noodles in cold water after cooking is crucial to prevent them from sticking together.

Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or wood ear mushrooms.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) to the bulgogi marinade or the stir-fry.

Korean Japchae Noodle Stir-fry with Bulgogi and Sesame Spinach

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