Vegan Jajangmyeon

Vegan Jajangmyeon is a delightful Korean noodle dish featuring a rich and savory black bean sauce, packed with vegetables and umami flavors. This comforting meal is not only satisfying but also completely plant-based, making it perfect for everyone.

Ingredients

• Noodles (wheat or soba) - 200 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Black bean paste (chunjang) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon, mixed with 2 tablespoons of water
• Green onions - 2, sliced for garnish
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon for drizzling

Steps

1. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the zucchini, carrot, and mushrooms to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the black bean paste, soy sauce, and sugar, mixing well to combine with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cooking for 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
8. Serve the cooked noodles in bowls, topped with the black bean sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 68 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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