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Besh Barmak

Cultural Context

Besh Barmak, meaning 'five fingers' in Kyrgyz, is a traditional dish often served during celebrations and family gatherings in Kyrgyzstan. It features boiled meat served over noodles, reflecting the nomadic heritage of the Kyrgyz people who relied on hearty meals. Today, Besh Barmak is enjoyed not only in Kyrgyzstan but has also found its way into neighboring Central Asian countries, each adding their own twist to the dish.

KyrgyzKGmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lb horse meat
8 oz noodles
2 large onions
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup fat from broth

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: rice

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, while rice is often less expensive.

1

Boil the horse meat in a large pot until tender.

2

Add noodles to the boiling broth.

3

Chop onions for serving over the dish.

4

Pour the fat from the broth over the chopped onions.

5

Slice the boiled meat beautifully for serving.

6

Spread the cooked noodles on a plate, add the meat on top, and pour the onions over it.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéing

Equipment Needed

large potstrainercutting boardpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

BeshbarmakБешбармак

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