Zhajiangmian (with Meat-Miso) Recipe

Name: Zhajiangmian (with Meat-Miso)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 portions Udon (or somen or Chinese noodles); 200 grams Minced meat; 1 clove Garlic; 1 knob Ginger; 1/2 tbsp Gochujang; 2 Cucumber; 1 Japanese leek; 1 Myoga ginger; 4 Poached eggs; 1 tbsp * Sugar; 2 tbsp * Miso; 1 tsp * Chinese soup stock; 1 tbsp * Ground sesame seeds; 100 ml *Water

Servings: persons

4 portions Udon (or somen or Chinese noodles)
200 grams Minced meat
1 clove Garlic
1 knob Ginger
1/2 tbsp Gochujang
2 Cucumber
1 Japanese leek
1 Myoga ginger
4 Poached eggs
1 tbsp * Sugar
2 tbsp * Miso
1 tsp * Chinese soup stock
1 tbsp * Ground sesame seeds
100 ml *Water

1
Shred the cucumber.
2
Shred the myoga ginger.
3
Slice the leek to make fine strips.
4
Grate the garlic and ginger.
5
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan (not listed).
6
Lower the heat and saute the garlic and ginger.
7
When it's aromatic, add the meat and gochujang in a pan to cook over medium heat.
8
When the meat is nearly cooked, add the * seasoning to the pan and simmer the pork until the sauce is almost reduced.
9
Serve the noodles in bowls.
10
Top with plenty of cucumber and meat miso.
11
Top with a poached egg, leeks, myoga ginger and ground sesame seeds if you prefer.
12
You could also add sliced tomatoes for a summery dish.

228

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 portions Udon (or somen or Chinese noodles), 200 grams Minced meat, 1 clove Garlic, 1 knob Ginger, and more.

Yes, Zhajiangmian (with Meat-Miso) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Zhajiangmian (with Meat-Miso)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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