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Beshbarmak
Beshbarmak
Beshbarmak is a traditional dish from Kazakhstan. It literally means “five fingers” in Kazakh, as it is traditionally eaten with one’s hands. Beshbarmak typically consists of boiled meat (often lamb or beef) served on a bed of boiled noodles, along with onions and potatoes. It is often enjoyed with a side of broth.
Ingredients
- 1 kg lamb or beef ( approx 2|bs) cut into chunks
- 500 g flat noodles or homemade pasta
- 2 onions thinly sliced
- 4 potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the meat chunks and cover with water. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, until the meat becomes tender.
- Once the meat is cooked, remove it from the pot and set it aside. Reserve the broth for later use.
- In the same pot, add the sliced onions and sauté them until they become translucent.
- Add the potatoes to the pot and pour in enough of the reserved broth to cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes are cooked through.
- While the potatoes are cooking, boil the flat noodles (or homemade pasta) in a separate pot according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the potatoes are tender, return the cooked meat to the pot and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Let it simmer for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- To serve, arrange a layer of cooked noodles on a large serving platter or individual plates. Place the meat and potato mixture on top of the noodles.
- Garnish with freshly chopped dill for added flavor and presentation.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
Beshbarmak is traditionally eaten with your hands, but feel free to use utensils if you prefer.
Nutrition
Calories: 1355kcal (68%)Carbohydrates: 136g (45%)Protein: 63g (126%)Fat: 61g (94%)Saturated Fat: 26g (163%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 183mg (61%)Sodium: 170mg (7%)Potassium: 1811mg (52%)Fiber: 10g (42%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 46mg (56%)Calcium: 104mg (10%)Iron: 7mg (39%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
