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Many lovers of spicy meat snacks know what basturma is. This is a beef jerky tenderloin that is well pressed and generously seasoned with seasonings and salt for a richer flavor.

Summary

Cook Time12 days 16 hour
Total Time12 days 16 hour
CourseMain Dish
Servings (Default: 8)

Basturma in Armenian Ingredients

Basturma in Armenian
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Basturma in Armenian Instructions

  1. Rinse the beef and place it in a saucepan. Fill with cold salted water. Refrigerate for 2 days.
  2. Rinse the beef thoroughly and press it to remove all excess water.
  3. Combine the ground black pepper, ground red pepper, and hmeli-suneli. Roll the beef thoroughly in the dry mixture to coat completely.
  4. Create loops with twine at one end of the beef, securing them firmly.
  5. Wrap the beef with gauze and secure it with twine or string. Hang in a well-ventilated area.
  6. After 2 weeks, remove the basturma and taste it.

Enjoy your tasting!