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Kazakhstan Cuisine

Asia · Central Asia

32 recipes

Signature Kazakhstan Dishes

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Baursaki

Baursaki are small, deep-fried dough balls, a beloved traditional pastry in Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries. They are often served during celebrations and holidays, and can be sweet or savory.

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Kazakhstan·Hard·3 hours 30 minutes

Beshbarmak

Beshbarmak, meaning 'five fingers,' is the national dish of Kazakhstan, traditionally eaten by hand. It consists of finely chopped boiled meat (often horse or lamb) served over large, thin squares of unleavened dough, all drenched in a rich broth called 'tuzdyk'.

Kazakhstan·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Kazakh Baked Fish Koktal

A popular festive dish, Koktal features whole fish baked on a bed of vegetables, often prepared outdoors over coals, resulting in a smoky, tender, and flavorful meal.

Kazakhstan·Easy·35 minutes

Kazakh Buckwheat Pancakes

These rustic buckwheat pancakes, known as Kasha Blini, are a comforting and simple dish often served for breakfast or as a light meal. Made with buckwheat flour, they have a distinct earthy flavor and a slightly chewy texture, traditionally enjoyed with a generous dollop of sour cream.

Kazakhstan·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Kazakh Fried Laghman

A hearty and flavorful dish of hand-pulled noodles stir-fried with tender strips of beef, fresh vegetables, and a savory sauce. This fried version offers a delightful texture contrast to the more common soup-based laghman.

Kazakhstan·Medium·2 hours

Kazakh Kazy Pilaf

A rich and flavorful pilaf featuring kazy (horse meat sausage), rice, carrots, and onions, often prepared for special occasions. This dish showcases a unique aspect of Kazakh nomadic cuisine.

Kazakhstan·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Kazakh Koktal

Koktal is a flavorful baked fish dish, traditionally prepared with carp or sazan, seasoned with vegetables and herbs, and often cooked in a tandoor or oven. It's a celebratory dish, especially popular during holidays and gatherings.

Kazakhstan·Medium·45 minutes

Kazakh Kurt Shashlik

A unique and flavorful dish featuring marinated lamb or beef skewers grilled with dried sour milk balls (kurt), offering a tangy and savory profile.

Kazakhstan·Hard·2 hours 10 minutes

Kazakh Kuyrdak Soup

A rich and warming soup made from finely chopped offal (liver, heart, lungs) and meat, simmered with onions and spices, offering a unique taste of Kazakh culinary heritage.

Kazakhstan·Medium·3 hours

Kazakh Kuyrdak Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew made with lamb or beef, potatoes, onions, and carrots, slow-cooked to tender perfection. Kuyrdak is a traditional dish often prepared for celebrations and family gatherings.

Kazakhstan·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Kazakh Kymyz Manti

A unique variation of the traditional manti, where the dough is made with kymyz (fermented mare's milk) for a slightly tangy and tender result. The filling is typically a savory mix of lamb and onions.

Kazakhstan·Medium·45 minutes

Kazakh Kymyz Shashlik

A unique take on shashlik, where lamb or beef is marinated in kymyz (fermented mare's milk) before grilling. This imparts a tender texture and a distinct tangy flavor to the meat.

Kazakhstan·Medium·35 minutes

Kazakh Kymyz Shashlik with Herbs

Tender pieces of lamb marinated in kymyz (fermented mare's milk) and a blend of fresh herbs, then grilled to perfection. Kymyz tenderizes the meat and imparts a unique tangy flavor.

Kazakhstan·Easy·1 hour 15 minutes

Kazakh Kymyz Sorpa

A refreshing and nourishing soup made with kymyz (fermented mare's milk), meat broth, and herbs, traditionally consumed for its health benefits.

Kazakhstan·Hard·2 hours 15 minutes

Kazakh Laghman

A hearty and flavorful noodle soup with tender meat, vegetables, and hand-pulled noodles, often seasoned with a rich broth and spices. This version emphasizes the Kazakh adaptation of the dish, known for its robust flavors and generous portions.

Kazakhstan·Hard·2 hours 45 minutes

Kazakh Laghman Soup with Beef

A comforting and aromatic noodle soup featuring tender beef, vegetables, and hand-pulled noodles in a rich, savory broth. This version emphasizes the soup-like quality often found in Kazakh interpretations of Laghman.

Kazakhstan·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Kazakh Lamb and Apricot Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender lamb, sweet dried apricots, and aromatic spices. This dish, often prepared for special occasions, balances the richness of the lamb with the subtle sweetness of the fruit, creating a comforting and unique culinary experience.

Kazakhstan·Medium·2 hours 25 minutes

Kazakh Lamb and Vegetable Sorpa

A hearty and flavorful lamb soup, rich with tender lamb and a medley of vegetables, representing a comforting staple in Kazakh cuisine.

Kazakhstan·Medium·45 minutes

Kazakh Lamb Kuyrdak Shashlik

A flavorful variation of Kuyrdak, this dish features tender lamb cubes marinated and skewered, then grilled to perfection, offering a smoky aroma and rich taste.

Kazakhstan·Easy·20 minutes

Kazakh Qurt Salad

A refreshing and tangy salad featuring qurt, a traditional dried salty cheese, combined with fresh vegetables. This salad offers a unique flavor profile, balancing the saltiness of qurt with the crispness of cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs.

Kazakhstan·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Kazakh Samsa with Pumpkin and Lamb

A savory baked pastry filled with spiced ground lamb and sweet pumpkin, a popular snack and appetizer in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan·Easy·45 minutes

Kazakh Sary May Pudding

A rich and creamy dessert pudding made with butter (sary may), milk, flour, and sugar, often flavored with vanilla or dried fruits, offering a comforting taste of home.

Kazakhstan·Easy·35 minutes

Kazakh Sary May Shashlik

A flavorful variation of shashlik featuring tender pieces of lamb marinated in a mixture that includes 'sary may' (a type of clarified butter or ghee) and traditional spices, grilled to perfection.

Kazakhstan·Easy·40 minutes

Kazakh Shelpek

Shelpek are thin, unleavened fried bread or pancakes, a popular snack or accompaniment in Kazakh households. They are often served with tea or as a simple treat.

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Kazakhstan·Medium·3 hours

Kazakh Shurpa

A rich and aromatic lamb soup, Shurpa is a staple in Kazakh cuisine, known for its clear, flavorful broth, tender chunks of lamb, and an abundance of vegetables. This recipe focuses on the traditional preparation, highlighting the natural flavors of the ingredients.

Kazakhstan·Medium·2 hours 40 minutes

Kazakh Sorpa with Dumplings

A hearty and comforting soup made with lamb or beef broth, tender meat, vegetables, and small, flavorful dumplings (kespe).

Kazakhstan·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes

Kazakh Sorpa with Horse Meat

A hearty and nourishing broth made with horse meat, root vegetables, and aromatic spices. This traditional soup is known for its rich flavor and restorative properties.

Kazakhstan·Easy·25 minutes

Kazakh Syrniki

Delicate and slightly sweet pan-fried fritters made from tvorog (farmer's cheese), often served for breakfast or as a dessert. These Syrniki are a comforting and popular treat across Kazakhstan, similar to those found in Eastern European cuisines.

Kazakhstan·Medium·50 minutes

Kazakh Tokach Shashlik

A hearty and flavorful grilled dish featuring marinated lamb or beef, often cooked over an open flame, showcasing traditional Kazakh grilling techniques.

Kazakhstan·Medium·3 hours

Kazakh Zharkop

Zharkop is a hearty and flavorful meat stew, often prepared with lamb or beef, slow-cooked with vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions. It's a comforting dish that showcases traditional Kazakh cooking methods, emphasizing tender meat and rich, savory broth.

Kazakhstan·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Kuyrdak

Kuyrdak is a hearty and flavorful Kazakh stew made with finely chopped meat (often lamb or beef) and offal, sautéed with onions and potatoes. It's a traditional dish often prepared after a hunt or a significant event, showcasing the use of every part of the animal.

Kazakhstan·Hard·1 hour 25 minutes

Manti

Manti are large, steamed dumplings filled with seasoned minced meat (usually lamb or beef) and onions. They are a staple in many Central Asian cuisines, including Kazakhstan, and are typically served with a dollop of sour cream or a yogurt-based sauce.

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