Japchae Easy And Authentic Recipe

Published Aug 18, 2019 Updated Oct 27, 2024

Authentic Japchae Recipe

Japchae (also spelled as chap chae) is my favorite Korean noodle dish. I love Korean recipes, they are healthy, spicy and absolutely delicious. In this recipe, you will learn how to make authentic and simple Japchae.

Ingredients For Japchae Noodles

I love the springy and chewy texture of Japchae noodles, which are made from sweet potato starch.

Sweet potato noodles Vegetables such as spinach, carrots and scallions Mushrooms such as shiitake mushrooms Seasonings such as soy sauce and sugar

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients. This dish is vegan and vegetarian-friendly.

Cooking Tips

How long do you soak the sweet potato noodles before cooking? Many readers ask me this question. Here are my tips:

Sweet potato noodles are fatter and tougher, so soaking in water won’t get you the desired results. I always boil the noodles in hot boiling water for 5 minutes, drain and cut into shorter lengths. Traditionally, the noodles are mixed together with the other ingredients by hand. For ease of cooking, I always make the noodles in a skillet. For extra flavors, you can add beef bulgogi or Korean fish cakes to the dish.

What To Serve With Japchae

Served this recipe with a side dish of Korean soy sauce eggs (Mayak eggs) or Seaweed Salad for that added punch of flavor or a main dish (such as Spicy Korean Chicken). For a wholesome Korean meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.