Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Japchae Side
Total time50 min
Prep time25 min
Cook time25 min
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4 servings
For the noodles
- 6 oz dried sweet potato glass noodles (dangmyeon)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For the beef
- 6 oz beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the vegetables
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (such as vegetable oil or canola oil), divided
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps thinly sliced
- 3 oz fresh baby spinach
- salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp minced garlic. Toss to coat and set aside to marinate while you prepare the remaining ingredients, at least 10 minutes.
- 2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp minced garlic, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Set aside.
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