The Best Jjajangmyeon Recipe-Korean-Chinese Comfort Food

Jjajangmyeon is a Korean-Chinese dish that many locals – and foodies around the world – find utterly irresistible. A traditional dish consisting of noodles and black bean sauce, it makes the perfect comfort food meal. To make the perfect jjajangmyeon at home, follow these simple steps.

Ingredients

• Oil (for cooking)
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cups pork or chicken, diced
• 1 zucchini or green pepper, diced
• 3 stalks of green onions, chopped (optional)
• 1 cup jjajang sauce
• 3 cups cooked noodles

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok. Add garlic, onion, and pork and cook until pork is light brown.
2. Add zucchini or green pepper, green onions, and jjajang sauce. Cook until vegetables are tender.
3. Add noodles and stir-fry until hot, about 3 minutes.
4. Serve hot with a side of steamed rice.

Making homemade jjajangmyeon is a simple and delicious way to enjoy traditional Korean-Chinese cuisine. Whether you’re cooking for a large gathering or just for one, these noodles are sure to be a hit. To find more recipes for Korean favorites, check out this great collection of recipes from Maangchi.