Black Bean Sauce Noodles

Black Bean Sauce Noodles, or Zhajiangmian, is a classic Northern Chinese dish featuring wheat noodles topped with a savory, fermented black soybean sauce, often mixed with minced pork and diced vegetables like cucumber or radish. It's a hearty, comforting staple known for its rich, umami flavor and satisfying texture.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the noodles and provides a good amount of protein from the meat and fermented beans, with moderate fat. It offers key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and fiber, with a typical serving ranging from 500 to 700 calories depending on portion size and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	980 mg
Iron	4 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Magnesium	80 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.4 mg
Manganese	1.8 mg

Per 1 serving (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Zhajiangmian is a beloved home-style dish in Beijing and across Northern China, often customized with local toppings. Nutritionally, the fermented black beans add a unique depth of flavor while providing probiotics and antioxidants, making it both a tasty and traditionally wholesome meal.