Milmyeon
Korean Korean - Noodles

Milmyeon

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.

Ingredients

  • • 2 portions fresh milmyeon noodles (wheat and starch noodles)
  • • 4 cups chilled chicken and pork broth, salted to taste
  • • 100g boiled pork, sliced thin
  • • 1/2 cucumber, julienned
  • • 1/4 Korean pear, thinly sliced
  • • 2 boiled eggs, halved
  • • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • • 2 teaspoons hot mustard paste (gyeoja)

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Season the chilled broth with salt and a little vinegar, then refrigerate or partially freeze until very cold.

2
Phase 2

Cook the milmyeon noodles for 2 to 3 minutes until springy.

3
Phase 3

Rinse the noodles under cold water, then soak in ice water; drain well.

4
Phase 4

Place the noodles in deep bowls and pour the icy broth over.

5
Phase 5

Top with pork slices, cucumber, pear, and egg halves; serve with vinegar and mustard on the side.