Recipe of Beshbarmak

Ingredients

• 500g lamb or beef, cubed
• 400g all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed (optional)
• Salt to taste
• Vegetable oil

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the pasta dough by mixing the flour, egg, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Gradually add water to form a firm dough. Knead it for about 10 minutes, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Roll out the dough into a thin sheet and cut it into squares or diamonds. These will be your pasta pieces.

3. 3

   In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt. Add the pasta pieces and cook until they float to the surface. Remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside.

4. 4

   In another pot, place the cubed meat and cover it with water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 40-50 minutes until the meat is tender. Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface.

5. 5

   If using potatoes, add them to the meat during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

6. 6

   In a separate pan, sauté the finely chopped onion in vegetable oil until translucent.

7. 7

   To serve, place a portion of pasta on a plate, top it with boiled meat (and potatoes if used), and garnish with sautéed onions. Serve hot and enjoy your Beshbarmak!