Honey Doubanjiang Noodles
Honey Doubanjiang Noodles combine the spicy depth of fermented bean paste with a hint of honey, coating tender noodles in rich, savory-sweet sauce. Tossed with green onions, and a sprinkle of sesame, this lazy-day recipe delivers bold, satisfying flavor with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Heavy-bottomed pan or wok
- Medium pot
- Spatula or tongs
- Knife & cutting board
- Measuring Spoons
- Strainer or colander
Ingredients
- 200g noodles or pasta of your choice
- 200g lean ground pork
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1-1½ tsp doubanjiang (fermented bean paste)
- 2 tbsp honey adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- sesame seeds for garnish
- green onions chopped, for garnish
- 1-2 tbsp cooking oil
- rice vinegar optional
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of the noodle water for later use.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine doubanjiang, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until smooth.
- Heat cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Cook the protein: Add ground pork until browned. This forms the savory base for the noodles.
- Add the prepared sauce to the pan. Stir to coat the protein evenly and let it cook for 1–2 minutes to release all the flavors.
- Combine noodles and sauce: Toss the cooked noodles in the pan until fully coated in the spicy-sweet mixture. Add a splash of reserved noodle water for a silky consistency.
- Finish with green onions and sesame seeds. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
- Optional: Add a splash of rice vinegar for brightness.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!