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Black Bean NoodlesThick wheat noodles smothered in a savory black bean sauce with diced pork and vegetables. Originally from Chinese-Korean cuisine, it's now one of Korea's most ordered delivery foods. Eaten on moving day and Black Day (April 14).
How to Eat
Mix the black sauce thoroughly into the noodles before eating. Eat quickly — the noodles get soggy fast. Pair with danmuji (pickled radish).
Where to Find
Chinese-Korean restaurants everywhere. Incheon Chinatown is the birthplace and best destination for authentic jajangmyeon.
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