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Mongolian Buuz (Steamed Dumplings)

April 13, 2017 By Darlene at International Cuisine

Mongolian Buuz are the national dish of Mongolia.  They are small steamed dumplings that are filled with typically mutton or beef.  They are often times served as a meal on their own but for our International Cuisine meal we had them as a starter.  Two other dishes are made with the same ingredients, the only difference is the size and shape.  They are called Khuushuur  and Bansh. 

Mongolian BuuzThe shape of Buzz is typically round with a hole at the top for steam to escape.  I made these in three different shapes, they were all equally good.  In Mongolia the shape of the Buuz is their prideful signature.  They are served with ketchup. Please note that when I made the dough, I reserved about 1/4 to make the fried noodles to go with the meat soup.

A steamer basket works great for this recipe and it makes a cute serving dish as well.

If you would like to learn more about the country of Mongolia or get more authentic Mongolian recipes like these Mongolian buuz,  be sure to check out “Our Journey to Mongolia”.

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Mongolian Buuz (Steamed Dumplings)

The national dish of Mongolia.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mongolian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 16 buuz
Calories 94kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

For the dough

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup water +/-

For the Filling

  • 1/2 lb minced meat mutton or beef
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 Tablespoons water +/-
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Caraway to taste
  • oil to brush or dip

Instructions

  • For the dough,
  • Mix flour and water to create a pliable dough, only add water a little at a time.
  • Let it rest for 15 minutes
  • For the filling,
  • Mix together in a bowl, all the filling ingredients, remember when you add salt that the dough does not have any. Set aside
  • Take the dough and roll it out to about 3/4 of an inch. cut into pieces about 1 inch and then flatten with you fingers or roll into circles.
  • For the round buuz, you want them to be about 3 inches in diameter
  • Place the dough in your left hand and add a teaspoon of filling int the middle, start gathering up the edges up around the filing a little at a time, when you come to the end give it a little twist and set aside. Continue this process until you run out of meat or dough.
  • They can also be made by folding like an envelope or a semi circle.
  • Use a steamer basket over boiling water and place the bottom of each buuz into some oil and set into the steamer basket.
  • Cover for about 15 minutes.
  • Open the lid and fan your buuz
  • Your buuz should be glossy
  • Serve while warm with some ketchup

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

 

Filed Under: Appetizer, Mongolia, Recipes

Mongolian Soup (Guriltai Shul)

April 13, 2017 By Darlene at International Cuisine

Mongolian soup called Guriltai shul is a meat based soup that gets its flavor from the meat and a few vegetables.  The soup is topped with tasalsan Guril or fried noodles which adds a great texture to the soup.  When I come across these recipes that are so basic, I wonder what is the point and then I eat it and totally get the point. It is simple, easy to make and absolutely delicious!

Mongolian SoupVegetables are not easy to come by in Mongolia however this recipes calls for onions and carrots. I am sure this is a treasured comfort food in the cold winter months in Mongolia.  Just imagine yourself in a yurt in the midst of alpine meadows and snow capped peaks,  Enjoy!

If you would like to learn more about the country of Mongolia or get more authentic Mongolian recipes like this Mongolian soup,  be sure to check out “Our Journey to Mongolia”.

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Mongolian Soup (Guriltai Shul)

A simple and lovely soup perfect for a cold winter day.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mongolian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 440kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1 onion sliced thinly
  • 2 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 lb. meat beef or mutton, cut into strips
  • 1 cup tasalsan guril Fried Noodles see recipe under Mongolia
  • 2 cups water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

  • In a pot, saute the onions and carrots in a little oil, cook until onions turn translucent and carrots are bit soft.
  • Add meat and fry well until cooked
  • Add salt and pepper
  • Add enough water so that it covers the meat and vegetables by an inch or so.
  • Cook for another 5 minutes to blend the flavors
  • Serve in bowls with fried noodles on the side
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1364mg | Potassium: 663mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5129IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 3mg

 

 

 

Filed Under: Main Dish, Mongolia, Recipes

Mongolian Noodles (Tasalsan Guril)

April 13, 2017 By Darlene at International Cuisine

Mongolian noodles are fried and used to top other dishes like the soup we enjoyed for our International Cuisine meal. They are called tasalsan guril in Mongolian.  These are easy to make as long as you get the texture of the dough right.  I actually used the dough from the buuz that we made as the appetizer.  The recipe is the same, simply flour and water.  The trick is to knead it enough to get it pliable, roll it out and fry the sheets in a large frying pan, then slice thinly and that is all there is to it.  I suppose you could use wonton wrappers if you were short on time.  They are a nice textural addition to the Monoglian soup.

Mongolian Noodles

If you would like to learn more about the country of Mongolia or get more authentic Mongolian recipes like this Mongolian fried noodles,  be sure to check out “Our Journey to Mongolia”.

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Mongolian Noodles (Tasalsan Guril)

These add the perfect crunch to the Monogolian soup.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mongolian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 cups noodles
Calories 1395kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup water =/-
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Put the flour in a bowl and slowly add water and begin mixing.
  • Knead together until a pliable dough forms
  • Set aside for about 15 minutes to rest.
  • Separate the dough into two pieces and roll each one out to a very thin rectangle
  • cut the sheets into large pieces so that they will fit in the frying pan
  • Fry the pieces in just a bit of oil on each side until they get crispy
  • Remove the sheets and stack on top of each other until finished frying all the pieces
  • Cut into slim strips and serve with the Mongolian soup

Nutrition

Calories: 1395kcal | Carbohydrates: 95g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 110g | Saturated Fat: 89g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 6mg

 

 

Filed Under: Mongolia, Recipes, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Mongolian Tea (Suutei Tsai)

April 13, 2017 By Darlene at International Cuisine

Mongolian tea called suutei tsai is served with nearly every meal.  The tea is served in small bowls as opposed to cups.  The tea is made with green tea, milk, water and salt.  Yes, salt!  I thought it was so strange at first that salt would be added to tea, but it was actually quite good. Of course the amount you use is up to you.  We enjoyed the tea with our really good Mongolian feast, enjoy!

Mongolian Tea

If you would like to learn more about the country of Mongolia or get more authentic Mongolian recipes like this Mongolian tea,  be sure to check out “Our Journey to Mongolia”.

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Mongolian Tea (Suutei Tsai)

A lovely way to end your Mongolian meal.
Course Drink
Cuisine Mongolian
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 74kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • green tea 2 bags or 1 tsp per cup green tea leaves
  • 2 cups milk
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Put the tea and water in a sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • Now add the milk and boil again.
  • Use a ladle to lift the liquid and let it spill back into the pot as opposed to stirring.
  • Season with salt to taste and then strain into a teapot.
  • Serve in small bowls with the meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 161mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Calcium: 141mg

 

Filed Under: Drinks, Mongolia, Recipes

Mongolian Butter Cookies (Boortsog)

April 13, 2017 By Darlene at International Cuisine

Mongolian butter cookies called boortsog are really scrumptious treats, they are really more like fried dough than cookies.  We enjoyed them straight from the fryer dipped in our Mongolian tea to end our meal.  The leftovers were actually really good with tea the next day but you may not have any leftovers, they are that good hot!  They can be served with honey, butter or even cheese. Another quick and easy recipe, thanks Mongolia!

Mongolian Butter Cookies

If you would like to learn more about the country of Mongolia or get more authentic Mongolian recipes like these Mongolian butter cookies,  be sure to check out “Our Journey to Mongolia”.

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Mongolian Butter Cookies (Boortsog)

Dunk these in Mongolian tea for a real authentic treat!
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mongolian
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 16 cookies
Calories 106kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup warm water +/-
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • pinch of salt
  • oil for frying can be mutton fat but vegetable oil is also used

Instructions

  • Desolve the sugar and salt into the warm water
  • In a bowl, mix together the flour, water mixture, and butter and knead extensively to a tough, dense dough, add flour or water as necessary.
  • Let rest for about 30 minutes and knead again to remove any air bubbles.
  • roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut into rectangles about 2 x4
  • Cut a slit in the middle and pull one end through making sort of a knot shape.
  • Heat up you oil in a frying pan and deep fry until golden brown on each side.
  • Remove and serve warm with Mongolian tea.

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

 

Filed Under: Dessert, Mongolia, Recipes

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