Jajangmyeon is a beloved Korean-Chinese dish that’s synonymous with comfort and warmth. It features chewy noodles coated in a rich, savory black bean sauce made with chunjang (a fermented black soybean paste), caramelized pork, and vegetables. Jajangmyeon is the kind of dish that brings happiness in every bite—it’s hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Let’s dive into this recipe so you can experience this classic comfort food at home.
Ingredients:
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 lb pork belly or pork shoulder, diced into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 potato, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cabbage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chunjang (Korean black bean paste)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry for thickening)
For the Noodles:
- 1 lb fresh jajangmyeon noodles (or udon noodles as a substitute)
For Garnish:
- Cucumber matchsticks
- Sesame oil (optional)
- Pickled radish (danmuji)