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Khuushuur

Cultural Context

Khuushuur is a traditional Mongolian dish, often enjoyed during festivals and celebrations. These savory fried dumplings are filled with seasoned meat and vegetables, reflecting the nomadic lifestyle of Mongolian herders who relied on simple, hearty meals. Today, khuushuur is popular not only in Mongolia but also among those who appreciate its rich flavors and comforting texture, making it a beloved dish in various global cuisines.

MongolianMNmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup water
2 cups frying oil

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

ground meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while ground turkey is often less expensive.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a high smoke point, while canola is budget-friendly.

onion

🥗Healthier: leeks

💰Cheaper: scallions

Leeks provide a milder flavor, while scallions are more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is a healthier choice, while sunflower oil is cost-effective.

1

Chop the beef as small as possible.

2

Mix water with flour and wait for about five minutes.

3

Add chopped meat, onion, salt, and Korean seasoning to the mixture.

4

Add a little bit of water to make the mixture stick together.

5

Pinch the dough and add a little bit of meat filling.

6

Fry the filled dough until ready.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinfrying panspatulaknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

KhuushuurKhuushur

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