Ir al contenido principal

Kong Jaban (Korean Sweet Black Beans)

This classic Korean side dish, known as Kongjaban, offers a delightful balance of salty-sweet flavours and a satisfyingly chewy texture. These glossy black beans are a staple of the traditional banchan spread, providing a nutritious and protein-rich accompaniment to any meal. Slowly simmered in a mixture of soy sauce and dashi, the beans develop a deep umami profile that is beautifully enhanced by the nutty aroma of toasted sesame oil and seeds.

As a versatile vegan dish, these sweet black beans are ideal for meal prep, as they keep perfectly in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. The contrast between the chilled, savoury beans and a bowl of steaming hot jasmine rice makes for a simple yet comforting lunch. This healthy, homemade snack is also a fantastic way to introduce authentic Korean flavours into your weekly cooking routine.

Selección de videos

Continúa leyendo abajo

Ingredients for Kong Jaban (Korean Sweet Black Beans)

  • 300ml dried black beans, rinsed and picked over

  • 1.9L dashi or water, plus more if needed

  • 240ml de salsa de soja

  • 180ml de azúcar

  • 2 cucharadas de aceite de sésamo tostado

  • 1 cucharada de semillas de sésamo tostadas

Soak the beans in enough water to cover them by 3 inches in a covered container in the refrigerator for 8 to 12 hours.

Drain the beans, put them in a pot, and add the dashi or water and soy sauce. Set over medium-high heat and bring the liquid to a simmer. Adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 1 hour, stirring the beans on a regular basis. The level of liquid will reduce as the beans cook; once it gets to the point where it does not completely cover the beans, you will need to stir more often to ensure that the beans cook evenly. After an hour, the beans should be tender but still retain a little bite. If they are still hard, add more dashi or water and cook for 15 to 20 minutes longer, until the beans are tender with a little bite.

Add the sugar, sesame oil, and sesame seeds to the pot and mix well. (It’s important to wait to add the sugar until the beans are tender, as adding it in the beginning will cause the beans to harden when refrigerated.) Let the beans cool slightly, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until chilled. (The beans will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.)

Serve the beans cold with hot rice.

Descargo de responsabilidad

Si bien se ha hecho todo lo posible para garantizar que la información sea precisa y esté actualizada, las necesidades individuales pueden variar y los requisitos dietéticos pueden diferir según las condiciones de salud personales. Siempre revise las etiquetas de los alimentos y la información sobre alérgenos antes de preparar o consumir cualquier receta. Si tiene preocupaciones específicas de salud, alergias, intolerancias o sigue una dieta prescrita médicamente, busque el consejo de su médico de cabecera, farmacéutico o un dietista registrado antes de realizar cambios significativos en su dieta o estilo de vida.

About the authorView full bio

Author image

Editores de recetas del Reino Unido

About the reviewerView full bio

Author image

Editores de recetas del Reino Unido

Historial del artículo

La información en esta página es revisada por pares por clínicos calificados.

verificador de elegibilidad para la gripe

Pregunta, comparte, conecta.

Navega por discusiones, haz preguntas y comparte experiencias en cientos de temas de salud.

verificador de síntomas

¿Te sientes mal?

Evalúa tus síntomas en línea de forma gratuita

Suscríbete al boletín de Patient

Tu dosis semanal de consejos de salud claros y confiables, escritos para ayudarte a sentirte informado, seguro y en control.

Por favor, introduce una dirección de correo electrónico válida

By subscribing you accept our Política de Privacidad. Puedes darte de baja en cualquier momento. Nunca vendemos tus datos.