ARMENIAN BASTERMA (DRIED CURED BEEF)
This is Armenian cured spiced beef. It is a wonderful, spicy beef jerky. Serve with Pita bread and Armenian string cheese. Heaven. You must serve this very thinly sliced as humanly possible. It is a rare delicacy.
Provided by Mark Marcarian
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time P1m2D
Yield 2 pounds, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Select very tender cut of beef from rib part, about one and a half inch thick, any length you desire (approx. 8").
- Insert heavy string through one end and make a loop.
- Rub meat with salt and let stand in refrigerator for 3 days placing a heavy item on top and turn once a day.
- Wash meat well with cold water and leave in clear water for one hour.
- Then drain and press between towels to remove moisture.
- Continue until meat is quite dry.
- Hang in cool airy place to dry about two weeks.
- Combine all above ingredients to make the Chairnen.
- Add water a little at a time to make thick paste.
- Soak meat in it for 2 weeks.
- Hang in airy place for 2 more weeks.
- May be used immediately, refrigerated, or frozen.
- NOTE: A cheese cloth casing may be used to slip meat into before hanging.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Victor Chinonso
[email protected]I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks like a great way to make use of leftover beef.
Milicent James
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious, but I'm not sure if I have the time to make it. I'll have to save it for a special occasion.
Valerio Bruno
[email protected]I tried this recipe and the basterma was way too dry. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Lukman Hussain
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my basterma turned out too salty. I think I'll try again with less salt next time.
hassan iphone7s
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The basterma is so delicious and unique.
kathleen Garcia
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great way to use up leftover beef.
Kashif jatt
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. The basterma was a hit at my party.
Christopher Crawford
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any beef lover. The basterma is so tender and flavorful.
princess arinola
[email protected]Loved this recipe! The basterma was so flavorful and easy to make.
Oluwa Loffi
[email protected]This was my first time making basterma and it turned out great! The beef was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Arnold Anosike
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of beef, but I really enjoyed this basterma. The spices were so well-balanced and the drying process really brought out the flavor of the meat.
Alyce Ervin
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The basterma was so flavorful and tender. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves beef.
Paris Lomotey
[email protected]I've never had Armenian Basterma before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a delicious and unique way to prepare beef. The drying process really concentrates the flavors.
Edison Shaqiri
[email protected]This Armenian Basterma recipe is a keeper! The beef turned out so flavorful and tender, and the spices were perfectly balanced. I'll definitely be making this again.