Seoulful Smoked Salmon Japchae
Indulge in the bold flavors of Korea with this innovative dish, featuring smoked salmon, white onion, and chewy pasta, all harmoniously combined in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce. This Seoulful Smoked Salmon Japchae is a creative twist on traditional japchae, typically made with stir-fried glass noodles and vegetables. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total Time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Korean
- korean
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- smoked salmon
- white onion
- pasta
Ingredients
- 1/2lbsmoked salmon, sliced into thin pieces
- 1mediumwhite onion, thinly sliced
- 8ozspasta, cooked according to package instructions
- 2tbspssoy sauce, none
- 1tbspGochujang, none
- 1tspbrown sugar, none
- 2clovesgarlic, minced
- 1inchginger, grated
- 1tbspsesame oil, none
- 1tbsptoasted sesame seeds, none
- 1/4cupgreen onions, chopped
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
32g
64% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 4g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Gochujang, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger to create the sauce.
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In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced white onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is translucent and starting to caramelize, about 5 minutes.
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Add the smoked salmon to the skillet with the onion and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onion and salmon. Pour the prepared sauce over the pasta mixture and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is well coated and the ingredients are harmoniously combined.
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Transfer the pasta mixture to a serving platter or individual plates. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top for garnish.
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Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in this Seoulful Smoked Salmon Japchae.
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Optional: For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle a small amount of sesame oil over the dish before serving.
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To make the dish more substantial, consider adding other vegetables such as diced carrots or zucchini to the stir-fry.
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