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.
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
- In a large bowl, combine the chuchuk, tomatoes, onion, hot peppers, and cilantro.
- Drizzle the vegetable oil over the salad and toss to combine.
- Season with salt to taste.
- 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