Introduction
If you’re a fan of savory, comforting noodle dishes, this recipe Jjajangmyeon is a must-try! A beloved Korean-Chinese fusion dish, jjajangmyeon features a thick, rich black bean sauce filled with pork and vegetables, all poured over chewy wheat noodles.
I first had this dish at a small restaurant in Seoul, and it was love at first bite. It’s hearty, flavorful, and deeply satisfying — the kind of meal you crave on cold nights or lazy weekends.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bold, umami-packed sauce
- Ready in under an hour
- Perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet
- Comfort food at its finest
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 lb pork belly or pork shoulder, diced small
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1/2 potato, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup cabbage, chopped
- 3 tbsp Korean black bean paste (chunjang)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional for extra depth)
- 2 cups water or chicken stock
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
For the Noodles:
- 1 pack of Korean jjajangmyeon noodles or thick wheat noodles
- 1/2 cucumber, julienned (for garnish)
