Recipe of Jjajangmyeon

Name: Recipe of Jjajangmyeon
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 400g Korean wheat noodles (or udon noodles); 200g pork, finely chopped; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 zucchini, finely chopped; 1/2 large potato, finely chopped; 1/2 cup black bean paste (chunjang); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/2 cups water; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; Salt and pepper to taste; Sliced cucumber and radish for garnish (optional)

Korea

Jjajangmyeon is a popular Korean-Chinese noodle dish featuring black bean sauce served over thick, chewy noodles. It's a delightful fusion of flavors.

Servings 4

Preparation 30 min

Cooking min

Calories kcal

How to Make Jjajangmyeon

Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped pork and stir-fry until it starts to brown and becomes fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped onions, zucchini, and potatoes. Continue to stir-fry until the vegetables become tender and the onions turn translucent.

Step 5

Push the cooked ingredients to one side of the skillet and add the black bean paste (chunjang) to the other side. Cook the paste for a minute or two, stirring continuously.