Foods appear occasionally in the drama 'Bok-sak-sok-da-suda'. Among them, there is a food that I would like to recommend to people from other countries who have the opportunity to visit Korea. You can easily find videos of many foreigners eating this food and uploading them to YouTube or SNS. This food is so popular.
I will introduce a food that there is a saying, "There are people who have never eaten it, but there is no one who has eaten it only once." I will introduce this food while watching a scene from 'Bok-sak-sok-da-suda'.
What Is Jjajangmyeon? Korea’s Must-Try Noodle Dish You’ll Fall in Love With
Hi there! Planning a trip to Korea?
If you’ve never heard of Jjajangmyeon before, get ready—this might just become your new favorite comfort food.
So... What Is Jjajangmyeon?
Jjajangmyeon (짜장면) is a Korean-Chinese noodle dish made with a rich, black bean sauce called “chunjang” (춘장).
The sauce is savory and slightly sweet, filled with diced pork, onions, and other veggies, poured generously over thick wheat noodles.
Then you mix it all together—that’s where the magic happens!
Wait, isn’t it Chinese?
You’re absolutely right!
Jjajangmyeon originated from a Chinese dish called zhajiangmian, but Korea made it its own over the past 100 years.
Now, it’s considered a true Korean comfort food—so much so that many Koreans think of it as a childhood favorite.
Here’s what makes Korean-style jjajangmyeon different:
- It’s thicker and saucier
- Sweeter and milder in flavor
- Super filling and satisfying
Even if you’re not into spicy food, this one’s a safe (and delicious!) choice.
Where Can You Try It?
The best part? It’s everywhere in Korea!
You can find jjajangmyeon at:
- Local Chinese restaurants (look for signs that say “중화요리”)
- Food courts in malls or department stores
- Even convenience stores have frozen or instant versions now!
🤑 Price range: Usually around 6,000–8,000 KRW (~$5–7 USD).
Totally affordable and very filling!
Pro Tips for Enjoying Jjajangmyeon
- Mix it really well before eating to coat every strand of noodle in that awesome sauce
- Eat it with danmuji (yellow pickled radish)—a must-have sidekick!
- Like spicy? Add some chili oil or try a side of jjamppong soup (spicy seafood noodle soup)
✅ Who Will Love Jjajangmyeon?
This dish is perfect for:
- First-time visitors who want to try something local but not too intense
- People looking for a non-spicy Korean food option
- Travelers who want to eat like locals—without spending a fortune
✈️ Final Thoughts
Korean cuisine is full of bold flavors, but jjajangmyeon is the one dish that feels like a warm hug.
It’s hearty, tasty, and uniquely Korean—despite its Chinese roots.
So next time you're in Korea, skip the burger and give jjajangmyeon a try.
You’ll be slurping up every last bite in no time!
Got questions or want recommendations on where to try it? Drop a comment!
And stay tuned—next up, we’re talking Jjamppong (spicy noodle soup) and Tangsuyuk (sweet & sour pork)!