Jajangmyeon (Vegetarian Korean Black Bean Noodles)

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Black Bean Noodles: 500 grams (easily available in Asian sections of supermarkets in the US)
2. Assorted vegetables: 200 grams (carrots, bell peppers, green beans, etc.)
3. Garlic: 3 cloves
4. Onion: 1 small
5. Korean Jajang Sauce: 4 tablespoons (can be found in Korean grocery stores or online)
6. Vegetable Oil: 3 tablespoons
7. Salt: 1 teaspoon
8. Water: 4 cups
9. Sesame Seeds: 1 tablespoon (for topping)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate - requires attention to detail and sauce proportion)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the vegetables by cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large pot, boil water and cook the black bean noodles for about 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
3. In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil and add the garlic and onion, sautéing until fragrant.
4. Add the assorted vegetables and cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Pour in the Korean Jajang sauce and mix well with the vegetables.
6. Add the cooked noodles to the pan and mix thoroughly, ensuring that the noodles are coated with the sauce.
7. Season with salt and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the sauce is absorbed by the noodles.
8. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (based on a small amount of Jajang sauce and vegetable content)
• Carbohydrates: 70g
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 14g (mostly from vegetable oil)

Dish Characteristics:

• A vegetarian version of a traditional Korean dish, rich in flavor and texture from the Jajang sauce and assorted vegetables.
• The black bean noodles provide a unique and hearty texture that pairs well with the traditional Korean sauce.
• The dish is full of flavor and perfect for a comforting meal, especially during colder weather.

User Comments:

1. "The dish was quite tasty and the black bean noodles were a pleasant surprise! The Jajang sauce added a rich flavor that was enjoyable."
2. "I loved the combination of vegetables and black bean noodles. The dish was well-balanced and filling."
3. "The dish was quite good, but I found the sauce to be a bit too salty for my taste. Next time, I'll reduce the amount of Jajang sauce."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
• Adjust the amount of Jajang sauce according to your preference for a richer or more mild flavor.
• If you can't find Korean Jajang sauce, you can try using a combination of soy sauce, chili paste, and sugar to achieve a similar flavor profile.