Elegant Three-Color Miljeonbyeong: A Symphony of Beef, Shrimp, and Shiitake Mushrooms
Delicate Three-Color Miljeonbyeong with Beef, Shrimp, and Shiitake Mushrooms
This three-color Miljeonbyeong, featuring a harmonious blend of beef, seafood, and vegetables, is visually stunning and perfect for year-end gatherings and guest invitations. It adds a touch of elegance and festivity to any table.
Main Ingredients
- 150g lean beef, thinly sliced into strips
- 10 cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 5-6 dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated and thinly sliced
- 50g chives, cut into 5cm lengths
- 9 stalks of lightly blanched chives (for tying)
Shiitake Mushroom Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2 pinches salt
Beef Seasoning
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp soy sauce
Shrimp Seasoning
- 1/3 tsp salt
Mustard Sauce
- 3 Tbsp prepared mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2 pinches salt
Beef Seasoning
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp soy sauce
Shrimp Seasoning
- 1/3 tsp salt
Mustard Sauce
- 3 Tbsp prepared mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1/3 tsp salt
Mustard Sauce
- 3 Tbsp prepared mustard
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the fillings. Rehydrate the dried shiitake mushrooms, then thinly slice them (like filleting). Toss the sliced shiitake with the shiitake mushroom seasoning ingredients (sesame oil, salt) and set aside. Slice the cooked shrimp thinly and season lightly with salt. Marinate the thinly sliced beef with the beef seasoning ingredients (sugar, soy sauce). Lightly stir-fry the 5cm cut chives with a pinch of salt, then drain any excess water.
Step 2
Next, make the Miljeonbyeong wrappers. In a bowl, combine 2 cups of flour with 2 cups of water to create a smooth batter. Divide the batter into three equal portions. To each portion, add either gardenia powder (for yellow), cactus powder (for pink/red), or barley sprout powder (for green) to achieve distinct colors. Heat a non-stick pan over low heat. Ladle about one tablespoon of each colored batter onto the pan and spread it thinly to form delicate crepes. Cook each crepe until lightly set, then carefully remove and set aside.
Step 3
Prepare the mustard sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the prepared mustard (3 Tbsp), sugar (1 tsp), vinegar (1 tsp), soy sauce (2 Tbsp), and water (2 Tbsp) until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 4
Now, assemble the Miljeonbyeong rolls. Lay out one of the blanched chive stalks flat on your work surface. Place a colored Miljeonbyeong crepe on top of the chives. Arrange a portion of your prepared fillings (beef, shiitake, or shrimp) along with some of the stir-fried chives onto the crepe. Gently fold the crepe over the filling, and then tightly roll it up. Use another blanched chive stalk to tie the rolled Miljeonbyeong securely, like a small bundle.
Step 5
For the pink (cactus powder) Miljeonbyeong, fill and roll with the seasoned beef and stir-fried chives. The rich flavor of the beef and the freshness of the chives create a delightful combination.
Step 6
For the yellow (gardenia powder) Miljeonbyeong, fill and roll with the sliced shiitake mushrooms and stir-fried chives. The deep aroma and chewy texture of the shiitake mushrooms are a wonderful highlight.
Step 7
For the green (barley sprout powder) Miljeonbyeong, fill and roll with the cooked shrimp and stir-fried chives. The succulent shrimp provides a pleasant contrast in texture. Completing these rolls results in beautifully assembled three-color Miljeonbyeong.
Step 8
Arrange the finished Miljeonbyeong attractively for serving. Placing them as a colorful assortment on a long platter creates a visually striking presentation, reminiscent of a work of art.
Step 9
Alternatively, arranging them side-by-side in neat rows also results in an elegant and sophisticated presentation. The inherent vibrancy of the three colors, combined with the colorful fillings, means no additional decoration is needed. Serve with the warm mustard sauce for a delightful culinary experience.
