
Meat
Chanasan makh (adult mutton)
Chanasan makh refers to adult mutton, firmer and more flavourful than lamb. In Mongolia it is simmered for a long time to tenderise it, and it features in broths and festive dishes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garniture
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Instructions
- Cut the meat into large pieces, keeping the bones. Brown them over high heat in the oil for 5 minutes.
- Add the sliced onions and crushed garlic and let them soften for 3 minutes.
- Cover with water, add the bay leaf and coarse salt, bring to the boil, then skim the surface.
- Lower the heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour 30 minutes over very low heat, until the meat pulls away from the bone.
- Add the carrots, turnip and potatoes in chunks, and continue cooking for 25 minutes.
- Adjust the seasoning, sprinkle with parsley and serve very hot, broth included.
Variations and tips
Quick version. In a pressure cooker, reduce the simmering time to 40 minutes under pressure.
More ideas
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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