The Parasite Jjapaguri
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The Parasite Jjapaguri

The Oscar-winning combo of Jjapagetti and Neoguri topped with premium hanwoo beef.

πŸ₯£Dry/Stir-fry🍜Fried🌢️🌢️Medium(500 SHU)⏱15 min⚑AdvancedπŸ”₯680 kcal

πŸ’‘ Pro Tip

Use only half of the Neoguri soup powder for balanced saltiness.

This Ramen is...

Jjapaguri is the ultimate Korean pantry hack β€” a mashup of Jjapagetti (black bean style) and Neoguri (spicy udon-style) noodles that's been a homegrown internet legend for years.

Then came Bong Joon-ho's Oscar-winning film "Parasite" (2019), where a wealthy housekeeper prepares Jjapaguri topped with sliced wagyu beef. That one scene transformed a cult food hack into a global phenomenon overnight. Ramen shops and home cooks worldwide scrambled to recreate it.

The magic lies in the contrast: Jjapagetti's deep, savory-sweet black bean sauce meets Neoguri's clean, oceanic spice. Together they create a depth of flavor no single packet can achieve. Adding premium beef turns it from late-night snack into a legitimate gourmet experience.

Watch the Recipe in Action

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πŸ“Œ This video features a community creator's version of the recipe. For the official cooking method, refer to the step-by-step guide below.

✦ Recipe Guide

Step 1 of 4

Boil Both Noodles

Boil both packs of noodles in 700ml water for 5 minutes.

Ingredients

Essential

  • 1 pack Jjapagetti
  • 1 pack Neoguri (spicy)
  • 700ml Water

Optional Toppings

  • Wagyu / Hanwoo Beef 50g (Sub: Quality Ribeye/Sirloin)
  • Butter (1 tsp)

Cooking Steps

  1. 01

    Boil Both Noodles

    Boil both packs of noodles in 700ml water for 5 minutes.

  2. 02

    Drain & Mix Sauces

    Drain water and add Jjapagetti sauce + Neoguri soup powder (half).

  3. 03

    Sear the Beef

    Separately sear hanwoo beef in butter until medium-rare.

  4. 04

    Plate & Serve

    Plate the noodles and place the beef on top.

Perfect Pairings

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Kkakdugi (Radish Kimchi)

Crunchy & refreshing contrast

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Crispy Fried Egg

Classic black bean noodle side

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Ice Cold Lager

Washes down the rich beef

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