Korean cuisine: Crispy Vegetable Fritters (Yachae-twigim) Recipe

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Crispy Korean Vegetable Fritters (Yachae-twigim) Recipe These Korean vegetable fritters are a delightful mix of crispy textures and sweet vegetables. Ingredients: 1 sweet potato 1 potato 1/2 onion 1/4 carrot 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup ice water A pinch of salt Vegetable oil for frying Instructions: Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and peel the sweet potato, potato, onion, and carrot. Cut all the vegetables into thin matchsticks (julienne). Make the Batter: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the ice water, mixing lightly with chopsticks or a fork. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay. Coat the Vegetables: Place the julienned vegetables in the batter and mix gently to coat them evenly. Fry the Fritters: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 340-350°F (170-180°C). Carefully drop small clusters of the vegetable mixture into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the fritters with ...

Korean cuisine: Japchae Recipe (Korean Stir-Fried Vegetables and Glass Noodles)


Japchae Recipe (Korean Stir-Fried Glass Noodles)

Japchae is a delicious Korean dish made with chewy Korean glass noodles (sweet potato starch noodles), stir-fried vegetables, and seasoned meat. Here’s a simple recipe to make it at home.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

✔ Korean glass noodles (sweet potato starch noodles) – 200g
✔ Beef (or pork, chicken) – 150g
✔ Onion – 1/2
✔ Carrot – 1/2
✔ Spinach – A handful
✔ Shiitake mushrooms – 3-4 (or other mushrooms)
✔ Bell pepper (optional) – A small amount
✔ Egg – 1 (for garnish, optional)
✔ Sesame oil, sesame seeds, cooking oil

Meat Marinade

✔ 1 tbsp soy sauce
✔ 1 tsp minced garlic
✔ 1/2 tbsp sugar
✔ 1 tsp sesame oil
✔ A pinch of black pepper

Noodle Seasoning

✔ 3 tbsp soy sauce
✔ 1 tbsp sugar
✔ 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients

    • Boil the Korean glass noodles for 8-10 minutes, then rinse them under cold water and drain.
    • Cut the beef into thin strips and marinate for 10 minutes.
    • Blanch the spinach in boiling water for a few seconds, rinse in cold water, squeeze out excess water, and season with a pinch of salt and sesame oil.
    • Slice the onion, carrot, and mushrooms into thin strips.

  2. Stir-fry the Ingredients

    • Heat a pan with some oil and stir-fry the marinated meat until cooked. Set aside.
    • Using the same pan, stir-fry the onion → carrot → mushrooms one by one, setting each aside after cooking.

  3. Season the Noodles

    • Add the boiled noodles to the pan with soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil, and stir-fry over low heat until well-coated.

  4. Combine Everything

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the noodles, cooked meat, and vegetables, then toss well.
    • Add sesame oil and sesame seeds for extra flavor.

  5. Garnish (Optional)

    • Cook an egg into a thin sheet, slice it into strips, and use it as a garnish.

Tips for the Best Japchae

  • Adjust the soy sauce to taste.
  • Use oligosaccharide syrup instead of sugar for extra depth in flavor.
  • Add spicy chili peppers for a kick.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Japchae! 😋