Jjajangmyeon Black Bean Noodles

Step 1

Cut the pork into bite size pieces. Marinate in mirin, salt, and white pepper for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a pan, fry the black bean paste with ¼ cup of oil over low heat for about 5 minutes or until glossy. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Step 3

Using the leftover oil in the same pan, sautee the scallions and peppers for 1 to 2 minutes over medium heat. Add the pork and saute until fully cooked.

Step 4

Toss in the onions, cabbage, and zucchini and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the black bean paste and mix to coat the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the water and bring it to a boil until the vegetables are tender. Add the sugar, starch slurry and msg to finish the sauce.If the sauce is too loose, you can cook it down for a couple more minutes or add more starch slurry until it reaches your desired thickness. If you find that the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to loosen it up.

Step 6

In a large pot with boiling water, cook the noodles according to the package instructions.

Step 7

Drain and rinse the noodles in cold water and drain again.

Step 8

Place one serving of the noodles into a large bowl. Pour a generous amount of sauce on top.

Step 9

Garnish with cucumbers and enjoy!