What is Japchae?
Stir-fried glass noodles with vegetables and a soy-based seasoning.
What does it taste like?
Sweet-savory, springy Spice level and ingredients vary by restaurant and recipe.
What to know before ordering
Recipes differ widely. If you have allergies, dietary restrictions or need a vegetarian version, ask about broth, sauces and hidden meat or seafood ingredients rather than relying only on the dish name.