Delicious & Hearty Vegetarian Jajangmyeon Recipe
Looking for a flavourful and satisfying noodle dish? Try this Vegetarian Jajangmyeon—a plant-based take on the popular Korean-Chinese black bean noodles! Packed with fresh vegetables, tofu, and a rich fermented bean sauce, this dish is both nourishing and delicious. Perfect for a cosy meal at home!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
✅ Plant-based & nutritious – A great source of protein from tofu and shiitake mushrooms.
✅ Savoury, umami-rich sauce – The deep flavours of fermented bean paste (taucu) make this dish irresistible.
✅ Customizable – Adjust spice levels and ingredients based on your preference.
✅ Easy to Make – Simple ingredients, easy steps, and restaurant-quality flavours!
Serving: 4 pax
Ingredients You’ll Need
Noodles & Sauce Base
- 4–5 bunches Country Farms Organics Stick Noodles
- 2 tbsp Fermented bean paste (taucu)
- 2 tsp Corn starch (for thickening)
- To taste: Country Farms Organics raw cane sugar & premium soy sauce
Vegetables & Protein
- 3 pcs Tomato
- 3 pcs Dried shiitake mushrooms
- 2 pcs Capsicum (green bell pepper)
- 2 pcs Firm tofu
- 3 pcs Small red chili (cili api merah)
- 1 pc Cucumber
- Optional: Celery leaves & green onion
How to Make Vegetarian Jajangmyeon:
1. Prepare the Noodles
- Boil the stick noodles for 5–15 minutes.
- Rinse with cold water, then return to hot water briefly to warm them.
- Drain, add a little oil, and set aside.
2. Make the Jajangmyeon Sauce
- Tomato: Score an "X" at the bottom, scald for a minute, peel the skin, finely chop, and set aside.
- Capsicum: Dice, scald briefly, and set aside.
- Tofu: Finely chop, fry until slightly golden, and set aside.
- Shiitake mushrooms: Dice and set aside.
- Chili: Finely chop and set aside.
- Sauce mix: Stir 1 tsp raw cane sugar into the fermented bean paste (taucu) with a little water and set aside.
- Thickener: Mix cornstarch with a little water and set aside.
3. Cook the Sauce
- Sauté shiitake mushrooms, then pour in the diluted taucu mixture.
- Stir well, then add tomato, capsicum, tofu, and chili.
- Pour in 1 small bowl of water and season with soy sauce.
- Let it simmer for a while, then thicken with cornstarch mixture.
4. Assemble & Serve
- Plate the noodles, pour the rich jajangmyeon sauce over them.
- Garnish with chopped celery leaves, green onions, and sliced cucumber.
- Enjoy your delicious Vegetarian Jajangmyeon!
Tips for the Best Jajangmyeon
✅ Control the spice – Adjust the small red chillies based on your heat preference.
✅ Use fresh ingredients – Fresh tomatoes add a natural sweetness to balance the taucu.
✅ Extra umami? Add a splash of mushroom broth for a deeper flavor.
Final Thoughts
This Vegetarian Jajangmyeon is a comforting dish full of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re a fan of Korean-Chinese cuisine or just looking for a tasty, plant-based meal, this recipe is a must-try!
Try It & Share Your Creation!
We’d love to see your Vegetarian Jajangmyeon! Tag us in your cooking posts using #CookwithCountryFarmOrganics and share your healthy culinary creations with us. Happy cooking! 🍛💚
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