Five Fingers (beshbarmak)

Five Fingers (Beshbarmak) is a traditional Kazakh dish that consists of boiled meat, usually lamb or beef, served on a bed of flat noodles and topped with caramelized onions. This dish is often enjoyed during special occasions and gatherings.

Halal Main Course Kazakh Kazakh Cuisine Traditional
Five Fingers (beshbarmak)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lamb or beef, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Water

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add the meat and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours or until the meat is tender.
  2. While the meat is cooking, prepare the noodles. In a large bowl, combine the flour, egg, and salt. Gradually add water and knead the dough until smooth. Roll out the dough and cut into thin strips.
  3. Once the meat is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a separate pan, caramelize the sliced onions.
  5. Cook the noodles in the same pot of boiling water used for the meat until al dente.
  6. To serve, place the cooked noodles on a platter, top with the shredded meat, and garnish with caramelized onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Large bowl Rolling pin Sharp knife Strainer

Tools

Cutting board Knife Frying pan

Serving suggestions

Five Fingers (Beshbarmak) is traditionally served with a side of pickles and a cold beverage.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use homemade beef or lamb broth to cook the noodles instead of plain water.

Cost

$15