KOREAN-STYLE NOODLES WITH VEGETABLES (CHAP CHAE)

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Another Asian noodle recipe. Some say that this recipe would be more authentically Korean if made with "dang myun," noodles made out of sweet potato starch. You can usually find these in the grocery store, near the bean thread noodles. Snow peas would be great in this, as would some sauteed tofu.

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 -6 ounces bean thread noodles (very thin bean thread style, sold in small skeins, also known as cellophane, glass, or mung bean noo)
1/2 cup reduced-sodium tamari soy sauce (wheat-free sauce from refined soy)
3 tablespoons toasted sesame oil (Asian-style)
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon chopped garlic (2 cloves)
1 tablespoon safflower oil (or another tbsp of sesame oil)
1 medium onion, sliced lengthwise 1/8 inch thick (1 1/2 cups)
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/8-inch-thick matchsticks (2 inches long)
1/2 lb mushroom, trimmed and sliced 1/8 inch thick (3 cups, preferably shiitake, but any will do)
4 cups Baby Spinach
sesame seeds (to taste)
cayenne (to taste) or other hot black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Soak noodles in a bowl of warm water to cover until softened, about 10 minutes, then drain in a colander. Cook noodles in a 3- to 4-quart pot of boiling water until tender, about 2 minutes, then drain in a colander and rinse under cold water until cool.
  • Blend tamari, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic in a blender until smooth.
  • Heat safflower oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until it just begins to smoke, then stir-fry onion and carrots until onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and stir-fry until softened, about 3 minutes. Add spinach and stir-fry 30 seconds, then add noodles and tamari mixture and toss to coat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a shallow serving dish and serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Chap chae can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.3, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 52.7, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 13.3, Protein 3.4

Bridget Khumalo
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I'm looking for a vegetarian version of this recipe. Do you have any suggestions?


Ivy Eagleton
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I'm allergic to some of the ingredients in this recipe. Can you suggest any substitutions?


Tanbir Rana
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This recipe is a fake. It's not even Korean.


Umer Niyazi
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I'm Korean and this recipe is not even close to the real thing. Don't waste your time.


ABUBAKER MOHAMED (Mr.Bako)
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This recipe is not authentic Korean chap chae. It's more like a stir-fried noodle dish.


lorraine kirby
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I would not recommend this recipe. It's a waste of time and ingredients.


Sizatarsha Tarsha
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This recipe was a disaster. The noodles were overcooked and the sauce was too salty.


Nontobeko Madida
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chap chae turned out mushy.


Faisal Akhtar
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The chap chae was a little bland for my taste, but I added some extra sauce and it was perfect.


Labony Aktar
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I had trouble finding some of the ingredients, but the dish was still delicious.


Salada Abdi
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The chap chae was a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Haider Balaj
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I love the variety of vegetables in this dish. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.


Tarek Mahmoud
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This recipe is a keeper. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Schwetha Samlall Rampatha
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I'm not usually a fan of Korean food, but this recipe changed my mind. The chap chae was so flavorful and satisfying.


gamer boy golf
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This is my new favorite Korean dish. The flavors are so complex and delicious.


Farheen Raifa
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. The chap chae was a beautiful and delicious addition to the buffet.


Arslan Yousaf
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The chap chae was a hit with my family. Everyone loved the sweet and savory sauce and the variety of vegetables.


Asim Gul
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I love this dish! It's my go-to recipe when I'm craving something healthy and satisfying.


Namukasa Phiona
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The sauce was flavorful and the noodles were cooked just right.


Brian Haske
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Amazing dish! The flavors were incredible and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.