Chewy Fish Cake Japchae
Chewy Fish Cake Japchae
Delicious Japchae Without Glass Noodles! ‘Fish Cake Japchae’
Craving Japchae but don’t have any glass noodles? Don’t despair! Reach for the fish cakes in your fridge. This recipe transforms them into a delightful ‘Fish Cake Japchae’ with a wonderfully chewy texture and savory flavor. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or just as a unique side dish. Let’s make it!
Main Ingredients- 4 sheets of square fish cakes (use your preferred type)
- 1/3 carrot
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thinly julienne the fish cakes to resemble japchae noodles. Slice the onion into thin strips, and cut the carrot and bell peppers (red and yellow) into similar lengths and thicknesses. Adding colorful vegetables makes the dish more visually appealing.
Step 2
Quickly blanch the julienned fish cakes in boiling water for 1-2 times. This removes any fishy smell and enhances their chewy texture. After blanching, rinse them under cold water and drain well.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a moderate amount of cooking oil. Add the julienned carrots and stir-fry until they become slightly translucent. Stir-frying carrots first brings out their natural sweetness and vibrant color.
Step 4
Once the carrots are partially cooked, add the sliced onion and the blanched fish cakes to the pan. Stir-fry together. When the onion starts to turn translucent, add soy sauce, corn syrup, and minced garlic. Mix well to ensure the seasoning coats all the ingredients evenly. Stir-frying over high heat for a short time helps prevent the ingredients from becoming watery.
Step 5
Finally, add the colorful bell peppers and stir-fry quickly, just until they are slightly softened but still retain some crispness. Overcooking the bell peppers will make them lose their delightful crunch. Taste the dish and add a tiny pinch of salt if needed to adjust the seasoning.
Step 6
Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in the sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Stir everything together once more. The aromatic sesame oil will elevate the dish’s overall flavor. Now, it’s time to enjoy your delicious Fish Cake Japchae!
Step 7
Your chewy and flavorful Fish Cake Japchae is ready! It’s delicious served warm and makes a wonderful side dish even when cooled.
