Vegetable Jajangmyeon

Vegetable Jajangmyeon is a delightful vegetarian twist on the traditional Korean-Chinese dish, featuring chewy noodles smothered in a rich, savory black bean sauce. Packed with fresh vegetables, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious, making it perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

• Jajangmyeon noodles - 200 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Onion, diced - 1 medium
• Zucchini, diced - 1 small
• Carrot, diced - 1 small
• Bell pepper, diced - 1 small
• Mushrooms, diced - 100 grams
• Green beans, chopped - 100 grams
• Black bean paste - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 200 milliliters
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon (mixed with 1 tablespoon of water)
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the Jajangmyeon noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in the zucchini, carrot, bell pepper, and mushrooms, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Add the chopped green beans and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Stir in the black bean paste and soy sauce, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
8. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, allowing it to cook for 5 minutes.
9. Add the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce, stirring until it reaches the desired consistency.
10. Drizzle the sesame oil over the sauce and mix well.
11. Serve the noodles in bowls, topped with the vegetable Jajang sauce and garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from various vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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