Special Jjajangmyeon Fusion Recipe
Enjoying Jjajangmyeon in a Unique Way
Tired of the same old Jjajangmyeon? Here’s a tip to enjoy Jjapaghetti or Jjajangmyeon with a twist! Discover how to elevate your instant noodles with fresh ingredients and a unique cooking method that adds depth and texture.
Key Ingredients- 4 packs of Jjajangmyeon (Jjawang)
- 1/2 pack of Oyster Mushrooms
- 1/2 Zucchini
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by cooking the Jjajangmyeon noodles. Boil them in water until they are about 90% cooked. Avoid adding anything to the boiling water to preserve the noodle’s texture. Once cooked, drain them and immediately rinse under cold running water to make them delightfully chewy and firm. While the noodles are cooking, finely chop your vegetables.
Step 2
While the noodles are boiling, finely chop the oyster mushrooms and zucchini you’ve prepared. Next, it’s time to sauté these chopped vegetables in a pan. Use the olive oil that comes with your Jjajangmyeon packet to stir-fry the vegetables. This step is key to infusing the dish with rich flavor.
Step 3
After stir-frying the vegetables until they’re slightly tender, add the Jjajangmyeon dry vegetable mix and continue to sauté. Add a small amount of water, little by little, while stirring. This helps the vegetables absorb the seasoning and creates a more savory stir-fry. Be careful not to add too much water.
Step 4
Now, add the Jjajangmyeon powder soup base and mix everything together thoroughly while stir-frying. The unique powder and the vegetables create a rich, complex flavor. Interestingly, Jjawang often includes peas, which add a fun texture and sweetness – a delightful surprise compared to some other Jjajangmyeon varieties! The generous amount of mushrooms will contribute a wonderful bite.
Step 5
Finally, take the chilled, chewy noodles from the colander and toss them with the cooked Jjajangmyeon sauce. Mix them well until every strand is coated. You’ll end up with a glossy, incredibly flavorful Jjajangmyeon, reminiscent of a ‘ganjjajang’ (dry-style Jjajangmyeon)! It’s a surprisingly simple yet highly effective way to enjoy your noodles, especially since stir-frying the vegetables in olive oil truly enhances their natural aroma and taste. You’ll definitely notice the difference a little extra effort makes!
