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Balyk-kazy (Kazakh fish sausage)

A sausage of fish and meat, shaped and then poached in salted water, typical of Kazakh riverside cooking. Its texture is firm and juicy, and it is sliced to be eaten with bread.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the fish fillet and the onion, then mix them with the ground beef.
  2. Add the egg, flour, salt and pepper, and knead until you have a smooth stuffing.
  3. Shape the stuffing into a log about 4 cm in diameter and wrap it tightly in a clean cloth, tying both ends.
  4. Bring the salted water to a gentle simmer in a large pot.
  5. Add the log and poach at a gentle simmer for 40 minutes.
  6. Let it cool in the cloth, then cut into thick slices and serve with bread.

Variations and tips

Garlic version. Add the minced garlic to the stuffing for a stronger flavour.

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