Kuurdak (Pan-Fried Beef and Potatoes)
Main CourseKyrgyzstan

KuurdakPan-Fried Beef and Potatoes

Beef, onions, and potatoes are cooked together in a skillet until the meat is savory and the potatoes are tender with browned edges. This rustic home-style dish is straightforward, filling, and well suited to a simple family meal.

Prep

20m

Cook

45m

Serves

4

Estimated

Nutrition

Per serving
581kcal

Calories

42g

Protein

34g

Fat

28g

Carbs

Estimated per serving from the base recipe. Actual nutrition may vary.

Before you start

Ingredients

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4
  • 700g
    Beef Sirloin (cut into bite-size strips)
  • 250g
    Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 500g
    Potato (peeled and cut into chunks)
  • 70ml
    Vegetable Oil
  • 2g
    Paprika
  • 2g
    Black Pepper
  • 8g
    Salt
  • 200ml
    Water

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Method

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8 steps
  1. 01

    Heat the vegetable oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 02

    Add the beef sirloin and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until browned and the meat reaches 63°C (145°F).

  3. 03

    Add the onion and cook until softened and lightly golden.

  4. 04

    Stir in the potato and cook until the edges begin to color.

  5. 05

    Add the paprika, black pepper, and salt and stir well.

  6. 06

    Pour in the water, cover, and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.

  7. 07

    Remove the lid and cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the potatoes have picked up more color.

  8. 08

    Serve hot.

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