Besh Barmak

Description
Kazakh & Kyrgyz national dish

Ingredients

 * 1 medium sheep or 3 kilograms of mutton or beef
 * 1 kilogram onions
 * 4 cups of flour
 * 1 egg

Directions

 * 1) Put the meat in a large pot along with onions and boil for two hours.
 * 2) While the meat is cooking prepare the noodles (store bought noodles can be substituted).
 * 3) Make a pile with the flour.
 * 4) Beat the egg and add it to the flour, then mix in warm saltwater (1-2 teaspoons) until it holds together but is not so sticky.
 * 5) Knead well and then let stand for 10 minutes.
 * 6) When meat is done it is removed from the water and the noodles are then boiled in the same water to give the noodles a meaty flavor - noodles only need to cook for 5 minutes or less.