Nut-Free Beef Japchae

Savor the bold and savory flavors of Nut-Free Beef Japchae, a Korean-inspired noodle stir-fry that's completely free of peanuts or tree nuts, making it perfect for those with nut allergies. This vibrant dish features chewy sweet potato glass noodles, thinly sliced beef sirloin, and a colorful medley of stir-fried vegetables, including carrots, red bell peppers, spinach, and shiitake mushrooms. Tossed in a well-balanced soy sauce marinade with a hint of sesame oil and garlic, this dish offers an irresistible umami depth. Ready in just under an hour, Nut-Free Beef Japchae is a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it garnished with green onions and sesame seeds for a final pop of flavor and texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 g Sweet potato glass noodles (dangmyeon)
• 6 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Sesame oil
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 200 g Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 1 medium Onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 100 g Spinach
• 100 g Shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Toast sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Boil a pot of water and cook the sweet potato noodles according to the package instructions (about 6-8 minutes). Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water, then toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add the thinly sliced beef and marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 3

Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until it's just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onions and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until they start to soften, then add the carrots, red bell pepper, shiitake mushrooms, and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the spinach to the skillet and stir-fry until wilted, about 1 minute. Return the cooked beef to the skillet, along with the noodles.

Step 6

Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce over the mixture and sprinkle with black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

Step 7

Serve your nut-free beef japchae on a platter, garnished with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1143.4 grams (1143.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2101

Total Fat 92.30g	118%
Saturated Fat 20.80g	104%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.80g
Cholesterol 140mg	47%
Sodium 3775mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 243.80g	89%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 43.60g
Protein 72.40g	145%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 309mg	24%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 2751mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 46.5%