Jja Jang Myun (짜장면) Korean Noodles with Black Bean Sauce

[yerlis95]

I wanna know where I can get the noodles and paste.

[powerplantop]

@yerlis95 I get them at Korean markets. H-mart is a big chain and you can mail order from them.

[yerlis95]

@powerplantop Oh nice, thanks.

[beaboyy]

i loved when u said kochukaru~ like very americanish lol so cute

[beaboyy]

짜장면!!!!!!!!!!!!!! rocksssss nyum

[mskpopfangirl]

"now don't worry we'll but these back in" XD

You are awesome!

[powerplantop]

@mskpopfangirl Thanks!

[ParkMale69]

hmm i wouldnt have added gochu powder since sauce should be sweet taste but not bad of a job.

[limpidd]

nice

[nkuajsuab]

Thump up for knowing how to cook

[powerplantop]

@nkuajsuab Thank you!

[seanncali]

white dude making jja jang myun. you kick ass dude.

[powerplantop]

@seanncali Thank you!

[theramenninja]

yo can i omit the pork?

[powerplantop]

@theramenninja yes, you can leave it out or sub somthing else.

[viviloveskpop]

Can i cook this without the vegetables and other stuff just noodles and the paste?

[powerplantop]

@viviloveskpop Sure but the other stuff does add flavour. But give it a try you may prefere it that way.

[lamoskgr]

is it a sweet dish?

[powerplantop]

@lamoskgr no, it is a well balanced dish.

[lamoskgr]

@lamoskgr umm i see thanks!

[SingleGreent]

I had both chinese and korean version of it.

Taste similar yet really different. Korean noodles and sauces are thicker while chinese also put small tofu chops inside o_o 

[KCCify]

@powerplantop yes, i also have heard there's chinese version of it like you said, it is different from korean's. since jjajangmyun was first made by a chinese lived in Incheon, korea. in 1905 it became a very popuar korean food.

[KCCify]

jja jang myun is made by some chineses who live in korea. most of chinese who live in china don't eat it. now.. become korean food

[powerplantop]

@KCCify This dish has a very interesting history. I hear the Chinese version is a little diferent. I hope to try the Chinese version someday. But like you said it is no longer popular in China.

[fanatical16]

hi question i bought a satay black bean paste could i used it to make jja jang myu?

[powerplantop]

@fanatical16 It will be different but I would give it a try.

[sakiyukiXD]

i didn't have that red powder you added, so i skipped it.

for some reason, my sauce never comes out savory like in the restaurants, my sauce comes out slightly bitter even when i follow recipes .

what should i do?

[powerplantop]

@sakiyukiXD The red pepper is just a back note, like adding a drop or two of tobasco so don't worry about it. As to the bitterness.. Did you cook the blackbean sauce a bit on low to med heat? Cooking it a bit helps to mellow it out but it can burn. A small amount of sugar could also help.

[sakiyukiXD]

@powerplantop i fried it on high heat lol

4 spoons of black bean paste and a spoon of sugar {:/

[powerplantop]

@sakiyukiXD Try again using a lower heat. When you get it right you will be very happy. Then you can start to play with it. You can make it the way you want. Lots of veggies or lots of meat or better yet seafood. 

[rangerxx345]

@powerplantop u forgot to put onions

[powerplantop]

@rangerxx345 The onions went in at :15

[doggieblacks]

what's the difference between the korean and chinese jja jang myun?

[powerplantop]

@doggieblacks I have never had the Chinese version. But the roots for the Korean version are Chinese.

[mystickirby]

@doggieblacks I believe the only differences are in the sauce and how everything is cut (basically everything in the chinese version is minced and literally fried inside oil, sauce meat and everything, then put ontop of the noodles)

don't quote me on this though lol i don't make it too often so it may not be "exact"

[msbmblebee]

My family and I love this dish. We usually go to a Korean restaurant nearby and I always thought this dish is difficult to make. And by watching others, I've decided that I am going to try making this dish using your version. It makes my mouth watering by watching your video. Love it!

[powerplantop]

@msbmblebee Thank you. It really is easy to make.

[MayaCherry86]

where do you buy your korean black bean paste?

[powerplantop]

@MayaCherry86 I usually get it at H-Mart in Dallas. H-Mart also has an online store. But most Korean markets have it.

[MyYummycookie]

That looks yummy, I really want to eat it right now.

[ExKyo08]

Hello! i have a question. how many minutes do you usually spend on making the jajang sauce? or do you have to boil it until it becomes sticky? btw, i'm planning t cook using your style^^

[powerplantop]

@ExKyo08 I cook it unitl it until the veggies are texture that I want then add the starch then until it is thick which is only about 30 seconds or so.

[MissSexyNinja]

I like this version. =) will make it. thanks!

[powerplantop]

@MissSexyNinja Thanks, Please let me know how it turns out.

[Mrsdramalover]

Is this guy a Korean redneck from Oklahoma????? LOL

J/K I don't really care...but the vege cubes seem to be too large!!!!!!!!

[powerplantop]

@Mrsdramalover Actually Louisiana but close enough.

If they veggies are cut up smaller they will cook faster but I am lazy and dont spend a lot of time cutting them that small.

[barstarks]

@Mrsdramalover MMMMMMMMM, like me see what trailer park are you from??????????LOL

[Mrsdramalover]

@barstarks so sorry no trailer park here, I'm from a luscious valley!!! LOL Isn't it interesting that a total Southern white dude from Louisiana is cooking Korean food...I luv that, he's definitely not an ignorant one!!!

[Mrsdramalover]

@Mrsdramalover For sure!!! I give him props!

[barstarks]

@Mrsdramalover mmmmmmm, what Trailer Park are you from?

[doggieGZ]

dude i dont know why u put red peppers or spice in there

all korean food isn't meant to be spicey, and ja jang isn't supposed to be spicey at all

[powerplantop]

@doggieGZ Because its good.

[doggieGZ]

@powerplantop fair enough. you get a great job with the rest of the recipe though.

Next time try topping it with a fried egg. That's also traditional recipe. And very good.

[powerplantop]

@doggieGZ I love a fried egg on my curry rice so I will have to try one on Jja Jang.

[barstarks]

@doggieGZ It's a person own personally preference how they want they food too taste! It can be America, Korean, Japan or Alien food. The taste it meant for the person who eating it not the person who watching the video!

[golfmaniac007]

heres a little secret to making a better jja jjang myun. stick chunks of potato in there. here is another key to real good jja jjang........hand make your own noodles. its hard work but it takes it to another level.

[mrbigstick]

that stuff looks good. i was reading a "manhwa" (korean manga) on a website called zippy ziggy and one of the characters said something about inventing jja jang pizza and it sounded interesting so i googled it, and this was one of the top results.

[powerplantop]

@mrbigstick Wow number 2 for jja jang pizza!

[happyana24]

where can i get the sauce, the black beans sauce

[powerplantop]

I buy it at Korean markets. Its a long way from you but Burlington has a big H-Mart. if you look around you might find one closer.

[majordudette]

I made this tonight but I made WAY too much - I always make too much food. Must be the Korean side of me, LOL!

Anyway, do you think I can freeze the sauce with the cornstarch in it? It is delicious by the way. I didn't put kochukaru but i chopped up a jalapeno and added that - oh yeah!

[powerplantop]

Fresh jalapeno in it sounds good. I also always make to much its my southern side. I would try to freeze it, you can buy frozen ja jang.

[babi3kaykay]

what is that red sauce u put in after the black bean paste???

[powerplantop]

It is red pepper powdwer.

[leyna]

what kind of noodles are those? thanks!

[powerplantop]

They are listed as Oriental Style Noodles.

[powerplantop]

Yep know it and love it.

aeriskitchen, koreancuisine and Maangchi have some very nice versions on there channels.

[youngmadeit]

Also, my favorite dish is JiamBong ( spicy seafood noodle dish) Ever tried it?

[youngmadeit]

I nominate powerplant as an honorary Hanguk Saram. The best jia jang myungs all have shrimp in it. You should add shrimp next time. You really know your Korean ingredients and your try to stay authentic. Any good with Kal-Bi?

[powerplantop]

young, thanks for the nice words! Soon I plan to make a version with shrimp and squid.

[jakster726]

man u are the best i have tryed it and it is great no lie

[powerplantop]

jakster, thanks I am glad that you liked it. Next time you make it film it even if its just you tasting it and post a responce.

[foodlover7]

do you usually eat them w/ your family or just you?? do they like korean food too? great vid

[powerplantop]

Usually with the kids.

[aeriskitchen]

^^ Hi~~~ Powerplantop

Wow..I learned new thing from you today... red pepper powder in that jajang sauce.. I've never tried that way. My husband said.. sounds awesome when he watched it. hehe... anyway.. Great video.. Have a good weekend ~~~ :)

[powerplantop]

Aeri,

I remember in Korea they would have red pepper powder on the table so I was thinking why not? But I only put a small amount kind of something hiding in the sauce. Its funny I was just checking out your blog and your guys are watching me cook...LOL