Kongnamul Japchae (Soybean Sprouts Japchae)

Step 1

Boil 2 cups of water in a pan over medium high heat. Add the soybean sprouts and cook for 2 minutes. Flip the sprouts over once, if cooking uncovered, for even cooking. Do not open until done if cooking covered.

Step 2

Mix all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Remove the soybean sprouts to a bowl, reserving the cooking liquid in the pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cooking oil, 1-1/2 tablespoons of the prepared sauce, and the noodles to the pan.

Step 4

Cook the noodles for 6 to 7 minutes until the liquid is almost gone. When the noodles turn soft, cut with kitchen shears into shorter lengths.

Step 5

Add the scallions and red pepper slices, and stir fry briefly until the vegetables are slightly wilted.

Step 6

Add the soybean sprouts and the remaining sauce. Quickly toss everything until well combined before turning off the heat.