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Step 1
Soak fermented black beans in warm water for at least 20 minutes.
Step 2
Chop garlic, scallions, and ginger until fine in a food processor. Empty.
Step 3
Drain fermented black beans. Blend with spicy bean sauce and yellow soybean paste in food processor.
Step 4
In wok, heat oil until 300 degrees F. Add aromatics and fry until fragrant, about seven minutes.
Step 5
Add blended bean sauce and brown sugar. Fry at low-medium heat for ~45 minutes until dark and sticky. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
Step 6
Remove and let cool.
Step 7
Add warm water and blend until smooth.
Step 8
To serve, toss Jaja sauce with cooked noodles until evenly coated.
Step 9
Garnish with cut cucumbers, slivered scallions, and ginger. (Heat small amount of canola oil to smoking. Splash hot oil over scallions and ginger.)