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Mushroom Japchae served with sweet potato noodles and vegetables
Mushroom Japchae with Korean sweet potato noodles

Mushroom Japchae

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Side Dishes
This "forest" Japchae builds on the deep, earthy umami of mushrooms. The meaty texture and intense aroma of shiitake make it a perfect meat substitute, making this a vegetarian favorite. In Korea, mushrooms are prized for both health benefits and flavor. In this recipe, mushrooms act like sponges, soaking up the soy marinade for flavor bombs in every bite.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 480 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Korean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot.
  • Skillet.
  • Sharp knife for slicing mushrooms.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame
⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Boil noodles, rinse with cold water, drain.

Tip: Thorough draining is important so sauce doesn't dilute.
2 ✓

Clean mushrooms (wipe, don't wash!) and cut into thick slices. Julienne carrot and scallion.

Tip: Mushrooms are porous; washing makes them soak up water and steam instead of sear.
3 ✓

Heat oil in pan and sear mushrooms over high heat until golden brown.

Tip: Let mushrooms sit undisturbed for 1-2 mins to get a nice crust (Maillard reaction).
4 ✓

Remove mushrooms. In same pan, stir-fry carrot and scallion with minced garlic.

Tip: Cook separately so mushroom moisture doesn't soften the carrots.
5 ✓

Return mushrooms and noodles to pan. Pour over the soy sauce mixture (soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil).

Tip: This is when mushrooms drink up the flavor.
6 ✓

Toss everything until heated through. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Tip: Serve immediately while mushroom texture is perfect.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use button mushrooms?
Yes, but Shiitake or Oyster mushrooms have much more character. Button mushrooms release more water, so watch out when frying.
Why are the mushrooms bitter?
If soy sauce burns in the pan, it can taste bitter. Cook on medium heat!

Ingredients

  • 7 oz Korean Sweet Potato Glass Noodles
  • 5 oz Mixed Mushrooms (e.g., Shiitake, Oyster, King Oyster)
  • 1 stalk Scallion
  • 1 whole Carrot
  • 3.5 oz Shiitake Mushrooms (additional to mix)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper