For a versatile and satisfying meal base, LH sweet potato vermicelli turns transparent and glass-like when cooked, offering a chewy, delicate texture that works beautifully in Korean japchae or stir-fried vegetable dishes. This authentic sweet potato starch noodle is a staple from a trusted UK Asian grocery selection.
Sweet potato vermicelli is similar in texture to bean thread vermicelli, and turn transparent or glass-like when cooked - hence the name glass or cellopane noodles. They are most widely used in Korean japchae - vegetables stir-fried with sweet potato vermicelli. Sweet potatoes were brought to Japan in the 17th century, and then on to Korea in the mid-18th century to help alleviate famine. It has been a significant part of the diet in both countries since.
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Starch (67%), Water.
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
| Energy | 360.0kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 0.99g |
| - of which saturates | 0.54g |
| Carbohydrate | 81.0g |
| - of which sugars | 0.58g |
| Protein | 6.57g |
| Salt | 0.01g |
