Fish Cake Japchae
The Golden Recipe for Fish Cake Japchae That’s Always Delicious
Let’s make Japchae, which becomes a favorite to eat more often because it’s so easy to make.
Main Ingredients- 4 servings of glass noodles (approx. 200-250g)
- 3 sheets of fish cake
- 1/4 bunch of spinach
- 1 bell pepper (use various colors for a prettier dish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Hello everyone! Today, I’m sharing the golden recipe for Fish Cake Japchae, a beloved Korean dish loved by all, featuring chewy fish cakes and colorful vegetables. I’ve included a secret to making it without it becoming soggy, so definitely try this for a fantastic dinner menu!
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the ingredients. Slice the fish cakes into thin strips. Wash the spinach thoroughly, drain it, then blanch it briefly in boiling water with a pinch of salt. Immediately rinse with cold water and squeeze out excess moisture. (You can substitute with bean sprouts if you prefer!) Remove the seeds from the bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Lightly oil a pan, add the sliced fish cakes and bell peppers together, and stir-fry just until they slightly soften. Be careful not to overcook, as this can release water. Soak the glass noodles in lukewarm water for about 10-15 minutes before you start cooking.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to stir-fry the noodles. Drain the soaked glass noodles using a colander. Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan and add the soaked glass noodles. Begin to stir-fry them. Once the noodles start to turn translucent, add the soy sauce (1/2 cup), sugar (1 Tbsp), a pinch of black pepper, and sesame seeds. Stir-fry well until the seasoning is evenly coated on the noodles. It’s important to keep loosening the noodles with chopsticks or tongs while stir-frying to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 4
You’ll start to smell the wonderful aroma characteristic of Japchae, and the noodles will begin to take on a glossy sheen as they absorb the seasoning. At this point, the Japchae is almost complete!
Step 5
Once the noodles are beautifully colored by the seasoning, add all the stir-fried vegetables and fish cakes that you set aside earlier. Now, turn the heat to high and gently toss everything together until well combined. To maintain the crispiness of the vegetables, stir-fry quickly for about 1 minute. Ensure all ingredients are heated through and the seasoning is evenly distributed.
Step 6
Voila! Here is your simply and quickly made Fish Cake Japchae. The addition of fish cake provides a delightful chewiness, and the combination of various vegetables, along with the sweet and savory sauce, creates a flavor that everyone will love. This Fish Cake Japchae golden recipe is perfect as a hearty meal or a special treat. Enjoy!
