Kyrgyz Beef Noodle Delight
Immerse yourself in a culinary journey to the heart of Central Asia with our delightful Kyrgyz Beef Noodle Delight. This dish encapsulates the rich, rustic flavors of Kyrgyzstan, bringing a taste of the nomadic lifestyle to your table. Perfectly seasoned beef marries with hearty noodles, all enveloped in a blend of traditional Central Asian spices. This dish is a testament to the vibrant and diverse culinary heritage of Kyrgyzstan, expertly crafted to excite your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert
Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 250 grams beef, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 200 grams flour noodles
- 2 large eggs
- 5 grams salt
- 2 grams black pepper
- 5 grams coriander
- 5 grams ginger, ground
- 5 grams coriander
- 5 ml olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 grams turmeric
- 200 ml water
Method
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
- In the same pan, add the sliced beef, salt, pepper, ginger, coriander, and turmeric. Cook until the beef is browned.
- Add 200 ml of water and the bay leaves. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until the beef is tender.
- While the beef is simmering, boil noodles in a separate pot according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small pan, boil eggs for 5 minutes until hard-boiled. Let cool, peel and slice.
- Remove the bay leaves, combine the noodles with the beef mixture, and toss well to combine.
- Serve the beef noodles topped with the sliced eggs and garnish with a sprinkle of coriander.
Tips
- For an intensified flavor, marinate the beef in spices for an hour before cooking.
- Serve with a side of fresh, crusty bread to soak up the flavorsome sauce.
Nutritional Information
| Nutritional Component | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal | 450 kcal |
| Energy | 1045 kJ | 1880 kJ |
| Fat | 9 grams | 16 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 3 grams | 5 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 30 grams | 54 grams |
| Sugars | 2 grams | 3.5 grams |
| Protein | 12 grams | 22 grams |
| Salt | 2 grams | 3.5 grams |
