Khasib
Khasib, also known as Khasip or Hasip, is a traditional Uzbek sausage made from lamb's intestines stuffed with a mixture of finely chopped lamb, liver, tail fat, onions, rice, and spices. It is a delicacy often prepared for festive occasions and holidays, showcasing the Uzbek tradition of using all parts of the animal. Khasib is typically boiled and then fried or roasted, resulting in a rich, aromatic, and flavorful sausage.
🧂 Ingredients
- 100 cm Lamb intestines(cleaned thoroughly)
- 200 g Lamb liver(finely chopped)
- 200 g Lamb lung(finely chopped)
- 2 medium Lamb kidneys(finely chopped)
- 100 g Lamb fillet(finely chopped)
- 100 g Tail fat (kurdyuk)(finely chopped)
- 2 heads Onions(finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Rice(washed)
- 1 small Tomato(optional, finely chopped)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- to taste Cumin seeds (zira)
- to taste Other spices
- as needed Water
- for tying Thread
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Thoroughly clean the lamb intestines. Turn them inside out and wash them multiple times in warm water, periodically rubbing with salt. For deodorizing, you can briefly dab the casings in whey.
- 2
Finely chop the lamb liver, lung, kidneys, fillet, tail fat, onions, and optional tomato.
- 3
In a bowl, combine the chopped ingredients with the washed rice, salt, pepper, cumin, and other spices. Mix thoroughly. Add a little water if needed to create a cohesive stuffing mixture.
- 4
Take one end of the cleaned intestine and tie it securely with thread. Carefully stuff the mixture into the intestine. This process can be done using a funnel or a meat grinder with a special nozzle.
- 5
Once stuffed, tie the other end of the intestine. Form the sausage into a circle or desired shape. Pierce the sausage in several places with a needle to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- 6
Place the shaped sausage in a deep frying pan. Fill the pan with water to about half the height of the sausage and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat and simmer for about 40 minutes, or until cooked through. Alternatively, place in a preheated oven (around 180°C / 350°F) with water in the pan and bake until cooked.
- 7
After boiling/baking, the khasib can be further pan-fried in a little oil until golden brown for an enhanced flavor and texture.
- 8
Let the khasib cool slightly, then cut into pieces or circles. Serve sprinkled with finely chopped raw onions.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Thorough cleaning and deodorizing of the lamb intestines are crucial for a good result.
- ✓The stuffing process can be time-consuming; patience is key.
- ✓Khasib is often made during lamb slaughtering season, utilizing the entire animal.
- ✓It can be served hot with broth or cold.
🔄 Variations
- Some recipes omit the rice or use other grains.
- The addition of tomato is optional.
- Spices can be adjusted according to preference.