How to order Sweet Potato Glass Noodles (잡채) in Korea
Translucent sweet potato noodles stir-fried with vegetables and sesame oil. Chewy and subtly sweet.
Say it to order
잡채 주세요
Japchae juseyo
Quick facts
- 잡채
- japchae
- Not spicy
- ₩12,000–16,000
- About 12 min
- Very easy
How to eat it
Eat with chopsticks. The noodles are slippery — grab a good bunch.
Do
- Japchae is elegant — often served at formal meals.
- Eat it warm.
Don’t
- Don't eat cold japchae.
- Don't let it sit — it hardens.
Where to try it in Seoul
Questions
- How do you order Sweet Potato Glass Noodles in Korean?
- Say “잡채 주세요” (Japchae juseyo).
- Is Sweet Potato Glass Noodles spicy?
- No. Sweet Potato Glass Noodles isn’t spicy.
- How much does Sweet Potato Glass Noodles cost in Korea?
- Usually ₩12,000–16,000.
- How do you eat Sweet Potato Glass Noodles?
- Eat with chopsticks. The noodles are slippery — grab a good bunch.
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