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Mongolian Buuz

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πŸ₯Ÿ Mongolian Buuz are traditional steamed dumplings packed with savory, tender mutton or lamb, offering a rich and authentic taste of Mongolia.
πŸ”₯ This recipe highlights natural meat flavors with simple seasoning and glazing, creating juicy and satisfying dumplings perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 24 dumplings

Ingredients

– 2 cups all-purpose white flour for making the dough base

– 2/3 cups boiling water to mix and form smooth dough

– 1 pound coarsely ground mutton or lamb main filling for flavor and texture

Instructions

1-First, mix all the ingredients for the filling in a large bowl until evenly combined.

2-Next, place a walnut-sized portion of filling in the center of each dough circle.

3-Then, pinch the edges together to form a puckered top that helps keep the juices inside.

4-After that, line your steamer with perforated parchment paper or lightly oil it to prevent sticking.

5-Finally, steam the dumplings over boiling water for about 20 minutes until they’re fully cooked. The total preparation time is around 70 minutes, including 20 minutes for shaping and 30 minutes for resting the dough.

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Notes

πŸ‘ Use fatty cuts or lamb fat trimmings to enhance flavor and juiciness.
πŸ”„ Roll dough wrappers slightly thicker and shape them to hold juices and maintain shape during steaming.
🧻 Line steamers with perforated parchment paper or lightly oil to prevent dumplings from sticking.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 70 minutes
  • Resting and steaming time: 50 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Mongolian
  • Diet: High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 dumplings
  • Calories: 563 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 653 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 51 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 26 g
  • Cholesterol: 83 mg