Korean Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Noodles Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
10 Servings
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Calories
489 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Korean Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Noodles Recipe
Description
The Korean Stir-Fried Sweet Potato Noodles recipe centers around sweet potato noodles cooked to tender perfection, complemented by browned beef seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar. The vegetables — thin strips of carrot, onion, green onion, and spinach — add a fresh crunch and mild sweetness, enhanced by garlic and the remaining sauce ingredients. The preparation involves separately cooking the noodles and beef, then stir-frying the vegetables in layers of seasoning before combining everything. This layered cooking technique builds depth in flavor and texture, yielding a well-rounded dish that is both savory and subtly sweet.
The interplay between the soft noodles and the slightly crisp vegetables, along with the marinated beef, gives the dish a satisfying variety of textures. The sesame oil and soy sauce blend produces a familiar Korean flavor profile without overwhelming spice or heat, making it approachable for many palates. It is suitable as a main dish for lunch or dinner and can be served as-is for a nutritious, comforting meal.
The instructions note that this dish reheats well, which makes it practical for meal prepping or enjoying leftovers. Since the noodles absorb flavors from the sauce and beef, the dish retains its appeal even after standing. No special serving suggestions are given, allowing flexibility to pair it with side dishes or enjoy it alone.
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- 2 lb beef
- 1 lb sweet potato noodles
- 3 carrot medium
- 1 white onion
- 1/2 bn green onions
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1/2 lb spinach
- 4 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients for the recipe.
- Prepare the ingredients for the sauce.
- Bring water to a boil, add a bit of oil. Add noodles and cook them for 5-6 minutes. Drain when cooked.
- Preheat skillet to high heat. Cook the pre-sliced beef until it's golden brown. Season beef with half portions of the following - soy sauce, sesame oil and brown sugar, while it's cooking.
- Place noodles in a large bowl, top them with cooked beef.
- Dice onion into long strips. Cut carrots into strips and chop green onion. Preheat an oiled skillet and toss in the carrots and onion.
- When the veggies soften up, add in the remaining half portions of the following - soy sauce, sesame oil and brown sugar. Add in pressed garlic, green onions and cook for a few minutes until it's softened.
- Add diced spinach into the mixture and turn off the heat imminently.
- Add all vegetables to the noodles and toss everything together.
- Serve while it's still warm. This dish also reheats well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 489 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 489kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 696mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 481mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 5185IU | 104% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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