How to Make Easy Japchae (Stir-fried Glass Noodles)

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   1. Preparation of Ingredients Soak the glass noodles in lukewarm water for about 30 minutes until they become flexible [01:14]. Clean and trim the spinach, then blanch it quickly by pouring boiling water over it, rinse in cold water, and squeeze out the excess moisture [01:41]. Thinly slice the onion and julienne the carrot into fine strips [03:32]. Remove the stems from the shiitake mushrooms and slice them thinly [03:59]. Slice the beef into 4cm long, thin strips [05:06].

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   2. Seasoning and Cooking Noodles In a deep pan, combine 500ml water, 5 tbsp soy sauce, 3 tbsp cooking wine, and 3 tbsp sugar, and bring the mixture to a boil [05:29]. Add the soaked noodles to the boiling liquid and stir frequently until the sauce is fully absorbed and the noodles are glossy and chewy [06:03]. Once the noodles are cooked and seasoned, stir in 2 tbsp of sesame oil for flavor and to prevent sticking [08:31].

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   3. Stir-frying Meat and Vegetables In a separate large pan, heat some oil and stir-fry the julienned carrots and onions until they soften slightly [06:43]. Add the sliced beef, mushrooms, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp minced green onion, and 3 tbsp soy sauce. Stir-fry over high heat until the beef is fully cooked [07:07]. Add the blanched spinach and 1.5 tbsp oligosaccharide to the pan, and quickly toss everything together [08:00].

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   4. Final Assembly and Finishing Transfer the cooked noodles into the pan with the stir-fried meat and vegetables and mix thoroughly so all components are evenly distributed [08:41]. Move the mixture to a large bowl, then add 2 tbsp ground sesame and 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and give it a final mix before serving [09:18].