Central Asian FOOD Tour Adventure! Horse Steaks, Noodles, & Testicles | Kazakstan Travel Guide

horse meat

🥗Healthier: bison

💰Cheaper: beef

Bison is leaner while beef is more accessible.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a different flavor.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice offers sweetness without alcohol.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more convenient and last longer.

Marinate horse meat in a mixture of garlic, onion, salt, and black pepper for at least 2 hours.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated horse meat to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.

Reduce heat to medium and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until desired doneness is reached.

Remove the meat from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

In the same skillet, add butter and allow it to melt.

Stir in paprika, cumin, and bay leaves, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add sliced carrots and potatoes to the skillet, cooking until tender, about 10-12 minutes.

Serve the horse steaks alongside the sautéed vegetables, garnished with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Cooking Techniques

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