Vegetarian Chap Chae Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Chap Chae
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Sweet Potato Noodles; 1 Tablespoon Sugar; 1/2 cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce; 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 2 whole Small Shallots, Thinly Sliced; 1 whole Medium Sized Carrot, Julienned; 1 whole Small Red Bell Pepper, Julienned; 1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms, Sliced; 1 cup Inoke Mushrooms, Cut Into 2 Inch Pieces; 2 cups Fried Tofu, Cut Into Long Strips; 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic; 2 stalks Scallions, Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces; 2 cups Fresh Spinach Leaves, Washed Well And Drained; 1/4 cups Mirin; Black Pepper; 1/2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil; 1 Tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds

Servings: persons

1 pound Sweet Potato Noodles
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1/2 cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce
2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
2 whole Small Shallots, Thinly Sliced
1 whole Medium Sized Carrot, Julienned
1 whole Small Red Bell Pepper, Julienned
1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms, Sliced
1 cup Inoke Mushrooms, Cut Into 2 Inch Pieces
2 cups Fried Tofu, Cut Into Long Strips
1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
2 stalks Scallions, Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces
2 cups Fresh Spinach Leaves, Washed Well And Drained
1/4 cups Mirin
Black Pepper
1/2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil
1 Tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds

1
In a large pot, boil the noodles until firm, about 5-6 minutes.
2
Strain the noodles and rinse with cold water.
3
Using kitchen shears, cut the noodles about 4-6 inches in length.
4
In a small bowl, stir the sugar into the soy sauce until dissolved.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat a large wok with the vegetable oil.
7
Add in shallots, carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms and stir fry until tender.
8
Add in tofu, garlic, scallions, spinach and cook for an additional minute.
9
Use the mirin to deglaze the pan and then season with black pepper.
10
Quickly toss in the noodles and half of the soy sauce mixture.
11
Stir fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.
12
Remove from heat and drizzle in the sesame oil.
13
Taste and add in more of the soy sauce mixture as needed.
14
Plate the Chap Chae and sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top.

286

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Sweet Potato Noodles, 1 Tablespoon Sugar, 1/2 cups Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Chap Chae 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!

Vegetarian Chap Chae

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Variations & substitutions

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