Savory Korean Japchae Over Rice with a Chinese-Inspired Twist
Revive Leftover Japchae! Easy & Delicious Chinese-Style Japchae Rice Bowl Recipe
Japchae, a beloved Korean noodle dish, is often made in large batches and sometimes leaves us with leftovers. Don’t let them go to waste! This recipe transforms your leftover japchae into a flavorful and satisfying rice bowl with a delicious Chinese-inspired sauce. It’s a quick and easy way to create a delightful meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients- Leftover Japchae (for 1 serving)
- 8 Medium Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 Tbsp Chili Oil (for flavor)
- 2/3 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp Mirin (or cooking wine)
- 1 Egg
- A pinch of Toasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, take out your leftover japchae from the refrigerator. For the shrimp, which will add a lovely texture, sprinkle them with 1 tablespoon of mirin (or cooking wine) and let them marinate briefly. This step helps to remove any potential fishiness from the shrimp and tenderizes them.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of chili oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is warm, add 2/3 tablespoon of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic; you want to release its aromatic oils into the chili oil.
Step 3
When you can smell the garlic aroma, add the marinated shrimp to the pan. Stir-fry the shrimp together with the garlic and chili oil until they turn pink and opaque. Ensure they are evenly cooked.
Step 4
Once the shrimp are mostly cooked, add the leftover japchae to the pan. Stir everything together well, allowing the japchae to heat through and combine with the shrimp and aromatics.
Step 5
As the japchae and shrimp are stir-frying, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce to season the dish. Stir well to ensure the sauce coats everything evenly. The oyster sauce will add a rich, savory depth of flavor. Cook for another minute or so until the noodles are heated through but not mushy.
Step 6
While the japchae is finishing, prepare a fried egg to serve alongside. Fry the egg to your preference (sunny-side up or over easy). Once cooked, carefully place the japchae mixture on top of a bed of warm steamed rice.
Step 7
Finally, garnish your delicious japchae rice bowl with a pinch of toasted sesame seeds for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately and enjoy this wonderfully revitalized leftover dish!
