Just off the coast of China, the Taiwanese incorporate tian miang jiang, or “sweet flour sauce,” into their zhajiang, which means “fried paste.” Chef David Kuo ‘s version at Little Fatty in Mar Vista, ...

Mix ¼ cup tian mian jiang (sweet bean sauce), ¼ cup red miso, ¼ cup black vinegar, 2 Tbsp. dark soy sauce (preferably Pearl River Bridge), and 2 Tbsp. sugar in a small bowl to combine; set ...