Lamb Soup Five Fingers (shorpo Beshbarmak)

Lamb Soup Five Fingers (Shorpo Beshbarmak) is a traditional Kazakh dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for warming up on a cold day.

Lamb Soup Five Fingers (shorpo Beshbarmak)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the lamb, onion, carrots, potatoes, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Pour in the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the lamb is tender.
  4. Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during cooking.
  5. Stir in the chopped cilantro and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cup Ladle

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Lamb Soup Five Fingers with a side of flatbread or steamed rice.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use lamb broth instead of water.

Cost

$20