What is Jajangmyeon (Black Bean Sauce Noodles)?
Jajangmyeon is s Korean noodle dish that is made with wheat noodles and black bean sauce. The black bean sauce, or jajang, is made from fermented black beans, soy sauce, and vegetables like onions, and garlic. The sauce has a rich and slightly sweet taste.
The wheat noodles in jajangmyeon are typically thick and chewy. They are a good match for the thick and flavorful sauce, helping to absorb the flavors of the sauce. Jajangmyeon is often served with vegetables, such as onions, cucumbers, and carrots, which add crunch and freshness to the dish.
How To Make Jajangmyeon
Ingredients
- 8 ounces thin wheat noodles
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup Korean black bean paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 cup julienned zucchini
- 1/2 cup julienned carrots
- 1/2 cup julienned onions
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the wheat noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water.
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the black bean paste and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the paste is fragrant.
- Add the water, beef broth, sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pan and bring to a boil.
- Add the zucchini, carrots, and onions to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss to coat with the black bean sauce.
- Garnish the noodles with green onion and sesame seeds.
- Serve the Jajangmyeon hot as a main dish.
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