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How To Make Pastirma/Basturma (Cured Beef)

2,794,090 views November 11, 2016 13:07

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In brief

You’ll learn to make traditional Armenian Basturma (a cured beef dish inspired by Turkish Pastırma) by dry-curing beef fillet with salt, then seasoning it with a spiced rub. This method suits those who enjoy homemade charcuterie or want to preserve meat long-term.

Questions & answers

What cut of beef works best?

Scotch fillet (tenderloin) is recommended for Basturma.

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This is the traditional Armenian version of Basturma, which is based on Pastirma from Turkey.

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How To Make Basturma

3-4kg Beef Fillet (scotch Fillet, Tenderloin etc)
Lots Of Salt

Cover and leave in fridge for 4 days, then wash with cold water and soak for 1 hour. then dry and hang in fridge for approximately 2 weeks

Chaimen Spice Rub
1 tbsp Salt
3 tsp Ground Fenugreek
3 tbsp Paprika (Sweet)
1 tbsp Black Pepper
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tbsp Cayenne Pepper (Optional)
1 tbsp Ground Allspice
1 tbsp Cumin Powder
App 1 cup warm water

Apply to meat and leave covered for 2-3 weeks

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Henrys HowTos published this 13:07 video tutorial on November 11, 2016. It has been watched 2,794,090 times on YouTube.

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