Sweet and Spicy Korean Jjajangbap (짜장밥)

짜장밥 (Jjajangbap) is a popular Korean Chinese dish that features a savory and sweet black bean sauce served over rice. This delicious and comforting meal is perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Sweet and Spicy Korean Jjajangbap (짜장밥)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of diced pork belly
  • 1 cup of diced onion
  • 1 cup of diced zucchini
  • 1 cup of diced potato
  • 1/2 cup of black bean paste
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 4 cups of cooked rice
  • 2 cups of water
  • Salt and sugar to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced pork belly and cook until browned.
  3. Add the diced onion, zucchini, and potato. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in the black bean paste and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and sugar to taste.
  6. Serve the black bean sauce over the cooked rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450
Carbohydrates
60g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g
Fiber
8g

Supplies

Large pan Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the 짜장밥 with a side of pickled radish and kimchi for a complete Korean Chinese dining experience.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the pork belly with tofu or mushrooms.

Cost

$15