Japchae by Pierre Sang Boyer

Ingredients:

• 400g sweet potato starch noodles
• 200g beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 carrots, julienned
• 1 red pepper, julienned
• 1 yellow pepper, julienned
• 100g shiitake mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Soak the sweet potato starch noodles in cold water for 30 minutes.
2. Boil the noodles in a pot of boiling water for 7-8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over high heat.
4. Add the onion and garlic, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add the beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned.
6. Add the carrots, red and yellow peppers, and shiitake mushrooms. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
7. Add the soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir-fry for another minute.
8. Add the cooked noodles and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until the noodles and vegetables are evenly coated in sauce.

Verdict:

Japchae is a delicious Korean dish that features sweet potato starch noodles and a variety of vegetables and meats. This recipe by Pierre Sang Boyer adds a French twist to the traditional dish with its use of beef sirloin and shiitake mushrooms. The soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil sauce ties all the ingredients together for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Serving Suggestions:

This dish can be served either hot or cold as a main course or side dish. It can be garnished with sesame seeds and sliced scallions for added flavor and texture. It pairs well with steamed rice and kimchi or pickled vegetables. Enjoy!