Japchae is a delicious Korean dish that historically has been favored for special occasions and large gatherings because of its yummy simplicity—and the fact that it can be prepared ahead of time in large quantities. Trader Joe’s Japchae puts this traditional dish in your hands, so you can easily enjoy it any day of the week! The word Jap-chae literally means “mixed vegetable,” and this tells you one important part of what you need to know: it’s a stir-fry that includes onion, spinach, carrot, and bell peppers. The other half of what you need to know is that these veggies are partnered with glass noodles made from sweet potato and lightly seasoned with soy sauce. True to their name, these noodles are semi-translucent, with a soft, pleasantly chewy texture. Both the veggies and noodles were cooked in a delicious sauce that involves sesame oil and a bit of brown sugar for a flavor combo that will satisfy your savory-sweet craving. And you won’t have to wait long to be satisfied... just 3 to 5 minutes to heat the package from frozen on the stovetop or in the microwave!