Uzbek-style Mastava

Description

A hearty first course. Mastava is an excellent option for breakfast after a lavish feast. The stronger sex will truly appreciate this recipe. And this soup is prepared in the shortest possible time with minimal effort. All ingredients are pre-fried, so they cook very quickly. Try making mastava—you won't regret it. The soup is ready to serve.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Cut the meat into medium-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Peel the carrots, onion, and potatoes.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Cut the potatoes into cubes, the onion into half-rings, and the tomatoes into wedges.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Sear the meat pieces in vegetable oil for 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Place the vegetables in a saucepan. Add the meat and cook for 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Add water, bring to a boil, and skim off the foam.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Drop the potatoes into the water and cook for 7 minutes.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Add the rice and cook for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Add pepper, bay leaf, salt, and cook for 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Add cilantro, dill, and let it steep, covered, for 10-15 minutes.

11. 11

    Step 11

    When serving, mix with buttermilk.