Hearty Kyrgyz Mutton Stew
Experience the rich flavors of Kyrgyz cuisine with this hearty mutton stew. Tender chunks of mutton simmered with fresh vegetables and fragrant spices create a comforting dish perfect for cold evenings. This warm and robust stew is not only filling but also a celebration of traditional cooking methods that showcase the essence of Central Asian flavors.
ingredients
- 2 lbs mutton, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 medium potatoes, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups beef or lamb broth
- Fresh parsley for garnish
steps
- 1.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2.
Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4.
Add the mutton cubes, browning them on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
- 5.
Sprinkle ground cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper over the meat, mixing well.
- 6.
Incorporate the sliced carrots and chopped tomatoes, continuing to cook for another 5 minutes.
- 7.
Pour in the broth, bringing the stew to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 1 hour.
- 8.
Add the cubed potatoes, cover again, and simmer for another 30 minutes or until the mutton and potatoes are tender.
- 9.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
