Jajangmyeon (Korean Black Bean Noodles)

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:47:47 GMT

Step 1

To make the black bean paste, heat the oil in a separate pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add in the black bean paste and sugar.

Step 3

Stir fry for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add in the oyster sauce and stir fry for an additional 5-6 minutes over medium low heat.

Step 5

Take the pan off of the heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a separate pan, fry your pork belly over medium low fat until crispy. You want the fat to render out of the meat.

Step 7

Add your vegetables and sauté for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the minced ginger and sauté for 1 minute.

Step 9

Add soy sauce and black pepper. Stir fry for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Add about 2 tbsp of the black bean sauce. 2 tbsp makes about one serving.

Step 11

Stir fry the black bean paste with the vegetables for 3-4 minutes over medium low heat.

Step 12

Add 1 cup of water (you may also use broth).

Step 13

Bring it to a boil and add a corn starch slurry to thicken the sauce.

Step 14

Simmer until thick.

Step 15

In a separate pot, boil and rinse your jajangmyeon noodles according to package.

Step 16

To serve, add a drizzle of sesame oil into the noodles so that they don’t stick.

Step 17

Top with a generous portion of the Jajangmyeon sauce.

Step 18

Garnish with cucumbers and a fried egg (optional)!

Step 19

Enjoy!

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