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Nutritional Values
620kcal
25gProtein
60gCarbs
30gFat
4gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Bantan
How to order / say it
Say it
Бантан — [ban-tahn]
Order
I'd like some Bantan, please.
Locally
Бантан захиалъя.
Say locally
A hearty and simple meat porridge, thickened with dough pieces.
Why try it?
Bantan is a comforting dish that warms the soul, offering a glimpse into the traditional simplicity and heartiness of Ulaanbaatar's home cooking.
How it tastes
This porridge combines tender pieces of meat with a mild, creamy broth and soft dough pieces, ideal for a nurturing meal.
Origin & History — first documented: 1905
Bantan's origins trace back to the nomadic lifestyle, with shepherds creating this dish to utilize leftover ingredients efficiently. It became a staple in Ulaanbaatar homes in the early 1900s.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g mutton
- 🌾 150 g flour
- 🧄 1 medium onion
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1 tsp black pepper
- 500 ml water
Method
- 1 Cook mutton pieces in water until tender.
- 2 Add onions, garlic, salt, and pepper to the pot.
- 3 Combine flour with a little water to make dough, then tear into small pieces.
- 4 Add dough pieces into simmering broth to thicken.
- 5 Cook until thickened and serve hot.
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