Khoyagusht

Khoyagusht

CaucasusOtherEveryday Meat 35 min 6 servings Easy

A substantial meat-and-egg skillet dish, something between an omelet and a frittata, common in Kavkazi Jewish cooking. It uses a generous quantity of eggs poured over sautéed lamb or beef, producing a hearty, protein-rich dish suited to family meals.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley or cilantro
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft and lightly golden.

  2. 2

    Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.

  3. 3

    Season the meat with salt, pepper, and cumin, then drain excess fat if needed.

  4. 4

    Whisk the eggs in a large bowl until very well beaten and stir in the chopped herbs.

  5. 5

    Spread the meat evenly in the skillet and pour the eggs over the top.

  6. 6

    Lower the heat and cook gently until the edges set and the center begins to firm.

  7. 7

    Cover the skillet for a few minutes, or finish under a broiler, until the omelet is fully set.

  8. 8

    Slice into wedges and serve hot or warm.

Kosher notes

Use kosher beef or lamb. Since it is a meat dish containing eggs, avoid serving with dairy sides in a kosher meal.

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