Spicy Chuchuk Salad (Чучук салаты)

Чучук салаты (Spicy Chuchuk Salad) is a traditional dish from Kyrgyz cuisine that is known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. This refreshing salad is perfect for hot summer days and pairs well with grilled meats or as a standalone appetizer.

Spicy Chuchuk Salad (Чучук салаты)

Ingredients

  • 300g chuchuk (fermented horse meat sausage), thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2-3 hot peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chuchuk, tomatoes, onion, hot peppers, and cilantro.
  2. Drizzle the vegetable oil over the salad and toss to combine.
  3. Season with salt to taste.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
5g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Sharp knife Cutting board

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the spicy chuchuk salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as an appetizer with crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a milder version, remove the seeds from the hot peppers before adding them to the salad.

Cost

$10