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Japchae: Gluten-Free Korean Veggie Noodles

By the Healthy Plate team

Japchae

Japchae is a festive Korean dish made with clear sweet potato noodles. Light, gluten-free and packed with vegetables.

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Highlights

  • Gluten-free noodles
  • Lots of colourful vegetables
  • Great hot or cold

Japchae

15 minPrep
15 minCook
3Servings
320kcal

Ingredients

  • 200 g sweet potato noodles
  • Spinach, carrot, peppers
  • 1 onion
  • Shiitake mushrooms
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey

Method

  1. Boil noodles 6 minutes; rinse in cold water.
  2. Stir-fry the vegetables with a drop of oil.
  3. Mix soy, honey and sesame oil.
  4. Toss everything with the sauce and sprinkle sesame.
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Tip

Snip the noodles with scissors after boiling to make mixing easier.

What are sweet potato noodles?

Japchae noodles are made from sweet potato starch — glassy, chewy and naturally gluten-free. Find them in Asian aisles or online.

Frequently asked questions

Is japchae really gluten-free?

The noodles are; make sure your soy sauce is labelled gluten-free (tamari).

How long does it keep?

Two days in the fridge. Reheat in a pan with a splash of water.

Can I add chicken?

Yes — thin chicken breast strips cook in five minutes and suit it well.

⚠️ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.