Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon)
Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon) feature springy wheat noodles coated in a rich, savory-sweet chunjang sauce balanced by tender potatoes, zucchini, carrots, and onions. The glossy black bean gravy clings to every strand, offering deep umami with a hint of sugar and pepper. It’s a comforting weeknight dinner or a cozy meal to share on a cool evening.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Add the garlic, carrot, and potato. Stir, then season with salt and pepper. Cook until they soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the zucchini and onion and stir.
- 2
Stir the cornstarch and water together in a bowl until fully combined.
- 3
Add water, black bean paste, and sugar to the wok and stir. Slowly pour in the starch mixture while stirring; cook until the sauce thickens, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 4
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet slightly firm to the bite, about 3 minutes. Drain.
- 5
Serve the noodles in a large pasta bowl and spoon the black bean mixture on top. Mix well.
- Calories 405.83 kcal High
- Protein 11.69 g Good Source
- Carbs 77.91 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.35 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.26 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 1401.76 mg High
- Fiber 6.58 g Good Source
- Sugar 17.51 g High
- Added Sugar 6.58 g Moderate
- Calcium 275.28 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.0 mg Moderate
- Potassium 250.17 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 5.66 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 31.0 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon) is a Korean dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Bean Sauce, Canola Oil, Caster Sugar, and Cornstarch. Each serving provides about 405.83 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon)?
- It is a Korean recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon) made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Bean Sauce, Canola Oil, Caster Sugar, Cornstarch, Diced Carrots. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon)?
- Explore these Korean side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon)?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 405.83 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles (Jajangmyeon) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
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