Khushuur
Khushuur is a traditional Mongolian fried meat pastry, often prepared for festive occasions and in the kitchens of nomadic families. The dough is rolled out thinly, filled with seasoned ground beef, and then fried in hot oil until golden brown. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, it is one of the most popular Mongolian dishes, often enjoyed with sour cream or garlic dipping sauces. Khushuur is similar to Russian pirozhki and Central Asian samsa, but the Mongolian version has a unique, powerful flavor that holds a special place in the region's gastronomy. If you love filled pastries, you should definitely try it!
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add lukewarm water, kneading until a smooth, elastic dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2
Finely chop the onion and garlic, then mix with the ground beef. Season with black pepper and cumin seeds.
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the rested dough thinly. Cut into small circle or rectangle shapes.
4
Place a tablespoon of filling on one half of each dough piece, then fold the other half over. Press the edges together to seal in the filling.
5
In a large skillet or wok, heat plenty of vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil is ready when a small piece of dough immediately starts to sizzle in it.
6
Fry the khushuur pieces until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7
Place the fried khushuur on paper towels to absorb excess oil, then serve warm, with sour cream or garlic dipping sauce.
