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Jjajangmyeon

South Korea

Jjajangmyeon developed among Chinese immigrant communities in Incheon in the early 20th century, and has since become one of the most beloved comfort dishes in Korea.

Korean-Chinese noodles tossed in a rich, savoury black bean sauce with diced pork and vegetables — one of Korea's most beloved comfort food dishes.

Authentic South Korea Jjajangmyeon recipe
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
520 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

400gudon or jjajangmyeon noodles
200gpork belly, diced
4 tbspblack bean paste (chunjang)
1onion, diced
1potato, diced
1 tbspcornstarch slurry

Method

1

Fry the black bean paste in oil until deep and glossy, then set aside.

2

Stir-fry pork until browned, then add onion and potato, cooking until softened.

3

Return the black bean paste to the pan with water, and simmer until the vegetables are tender.

4

Thicken with cornstarch slurry, and serve poured generously over cooked noodles.

Chef's Tip

Frying the black bean paste separately first mellows its raw bitterness and deepens its flavour considerably.

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