japchae
/ˈdʒæp.tʃeɪ/
Korean Origin
Food & Drink
Original Word
잡채
Hangul (japchae)
Entered English
2010s
First recorded usage in English
The Story Behind "japchae"
From Korean 'japchae' (잡채), from 'jab' (mixed) + 'chae' (vegetables), a Korean dish of stir-fried glass noodles with vegetables and meat. Originally a royal dish during the Joseon dynasty, it's now a common celebration food.
Example Usage
"Japchae is a must-have dish at Korean holiday gatherings."