Shiitake and Sweet Potato Japchae Recipe

Name: Shiitake and Sweet Potato Japchae
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces noodles sweet potato noodles, or soba noodles; 2 teaspoons sesame oil divided; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 inch ginger peeled and finely chopped; 3 each scallions, spring or green onions slice into 2-inch pieces; 4 tablespoons cilantro stems and leaves separated; 1 each carrots peeled and chop into matchsticks; 1/2 small sweet potatoes, or yams peeled and chop into matchsticks; 4 each wood ears soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes, sliced; 4 each mushrooms, shiitake sliced, or any mushrooms; 1 each celery slice into matchsticks lengthwise; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari or to taste; 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar or to taste; 1 x red pepper flakes to taste, optional; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted

Servings: persons

4 ounces noodles sweet potato noodles, or soba noodles
2 teaspoons sesame oil divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 inch ginger peeled and finely chopped
3 each scallions, spring or green onions slice into 2-inch pieces
4 tablespoons cilantro stems and leaves separated
1 each carrots peeled and chop into matchsticks
1/2 small sweet potatoes, or yams peeled and chop into matchsticks
4 each wood ears soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes, sliced
4 each mushrooms, shiitake sliced, or any mushrooms
1 each celery slice into matchsticks lengthwise
2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari or to taste
1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar or to taste
1 x red pepper flakes to taste, optional
1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted

1
Cook the noodles according to the direction on the package.
2
Drain well and toss noodles with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
3
Set aside.
4
Meanwhile heat the oil in a wok or a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
5
Add the garlic, ginger, scallions and chopped cilantro stems, stirring constantly, and cook for about 1 minute until very fragrant.
6
Add the carrots, sweet potatoes, wood ears, mushrooms, and celery, stirring often, and cook until vegetables are tender, mushrooms are browned, about 8 minutes.
7
Mix in the soy sauce, vinegar, remaining 1 teaspoon sesame oil, red pepper flakes if using, remaining chopped cilantro leaves and sesame seeds until well combined.
8
Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, season to taste with more soy sauce, vinegar or sesame oil if needed.
9
Divide among the serving plates.
10
Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled with kimchi if desired.

1086

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces noodles sweet potato noodles, or soba noodles, 2 teaspoons sesame oil divided, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil, 2 cloves garlic minced, and more.

Yes, Shiitake and Sweet Potato Japchae falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shiitake and Sweet Potato Japchae

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