Kyrgyzstan's BEST Hidden Street Food Spots

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose is more accessible.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide similar crunch and nutrition.

Mix flour, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.

Add water gradually until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place.

Finely chop onion and garlic, then sauté in oil until translucent.

Add minced lamb and beef to the pan, cooking until browned.

Stir in grated carrots, cumin, and black pepper; cook for 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over the filling to create a pocket and seal the edges.

Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

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