Kazy Food Recipe; Make Delicious Kazakh Horse Meat Sausage

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Traditionally, Kazakhs, Tatars, and other ethnic groups living in central Asia, particularly Turkic groups, make horse meat sausages called Kazy. Making this delicious Kazy Food is simple, so stay with Cooking County to learn how to prepare it.

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History of Kazy Food

Kazy (or qazy) is a traditional sausage made from horse meat, and It holds a special place in the cuisines of countries like Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Mongolia, where it has been cherished for centuries as a symbol of hospitality, festivity, and cultural identity.

Traditionally, kazy is prepared during the winter months and for communal feasts or celebrations like weddings, New Year (Nauryz or Nowruz), or family gatherings. The dish is made using horse rib meat, which is seasoned with garlic, salt, and spices, then stuffed into natural casings made from the horse’s intestines. This method ensures minimal waste and reflects the deep respect nomads have for the animals they rely on.

Ingredients to make Kazy Food

Horse rib fat meat
Ground coriander
Salt and pepper as needed
Garlic as needed

Directions for making Kazy

Step One

To make Kazy, the first horse hangs the rib meat for 5 to 7 hours to drain the blood; at the same time, clean the intestines well and keep them in salted water for 1-2 hours.

Step Two

Add salt, black pepper, and chopped garlic to the meat. Put the meat in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours and let the horse meat absorb the spices.

Step Three

Later, they fill the intestines with ribs and meat and tie the ends of Kazy on both sides.

How to Serve Kazy?

This food can be dried or smoked. Serve your Kazy in a dish and enjoy it!

Key Points to remember

Kazy food gets tastier the longer it is stored. In the old days, some people would keep this dish until Nowruz.
Remember that you cannot fry Kazy meat; You have to simmer Kazy for about 3 hours on low heat in a pot. Remember to pierce several parts when simmering Kazy because it may burst.

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FAQs

How much time does Kazy food need to get ready?

It takes about 3 hours on low heat to get ready.

What does kazy taste like?

Kazy food has a rich and savory flavor, with a firm texture and distinct umami taste from the seasoned horse meat.

Is kazy healthy to eat?

Horse meat is leaner than beef or pork and is a good source of protein and essential nutrients like iron and omega-3 fatty acids. However, like any food, moderation is key.

Kazy Food Recipe; Make Delicious Kazakh Horse Meat Sausage

Recipe by Sara ShademaniCuisine: KazakhDifficulty: Easy

Servings

2-4

servings

Prep time

2-3

hours

Cooking time (low heat)

hours

Kazy Food is a delicious filled horse meat, popular in Kazakhstan. Learn how to make this tasty kazakh horse meat sausage in 3 simple steps.

Ingredients

1 kg Horse rib fat meat
1/2 tbsp Ground coriander
Salt and pepper as needed
Garlic as needed

Directions

To make Kazy, the first horse hangs the rib meat for 5 to 7 hours to drain the blood; at the same time, clean the intestines well and keep them in salted water for 1-2 hours.
Add salt, black pepper, and chopped garlic to the meat. Put the meat in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours and let the horse meat absorb the spices.
Later, they fill the intestines with ribs and meat and tie the ends of Kazy on both sides.
This food can be dried or smoked. Serve your Kazy in a dish and enjoy it!