Easy Qutab Recipe: Juicy Beef Stomach with Herbs & Veggies

Name: Easy Qutab Recipe: Juicy Beef Stomach with Herbs & Veggies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Azerbaijani / Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 500 grams Beef Stomach (Tripe) (Cleaned and pre-cooked until tender, then chopped); 2 cups All-purpose Flour (For the dough); 1/2 cup Water (Adjust as needed for the dough); 1 teaspoon Salt (For the dough and filling); 1 medium Onion (Finely chopped); 1 cup Fresh Herbs (Mix of cilantro, dill, and parsley, chopped); 1/2 cup Bell Pepper (Diced, any color); 1/2 cup Tomato (Diced); 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground); 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (For sautéing and cooking)

Discover an ancient and flavorful recipe for juicy Qutab with tender beef stomach, fresh aromatic herbs, and vibrant vegetables. This outdoor cooking tutorial will guide you through making a rustic, delicious meal perfect for any occasion.

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Deliciously cooked Qutab ready to serve

Recipe Information

30m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

50m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Azerbaijani / Middle Eastern

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

30g

Protein

40g

Carbs

20g

Fat

Qutab sizzling on the pan

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Close-up of the flavorful filling mixture

Instructions

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Prepare the beef stomach: Ensure the beef stomach is thoroughly cleaned and pre-cooked until very tender. Once cooked, finely chop it into small pieces suitable for a filling.
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Prepare the beef stomach: Ensure the beef stomach is thoroughly cleaned and pre-cooked until very tender. Once cooked, finely chop it into small pieces suitable for a filling.
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Cooking beef stomach can take several hours; it's best to do this step in advance.
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Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add water, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add water, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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The dough should be firm but pliable. Adjust water sparingly.

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Prepare the filling: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the chopped beef stomach, fresh herbs, diced bell pepper, tomato, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften slightly and flavors meld.
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Prepare the filling: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the chopped beef stomach, fresh herbs, diced bell pepper, tomato, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften slightly and flavors meld.
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Do not overcook the filling; you want the herbs to remain vibrant.
4
Assemble the Qutab: Divide the dough into small portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a thin circle (about 6-8 inches in diameter).
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Assemble the Qutab: Divide the dough into small portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a thin circle (about 6-8 inches in diameter).
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Roll the dough as thin as possible without tearing to ensure a delicate Qutab.
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Fill and seal: Place a spoonful of the beef stomach and herb filling on one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a crescent shape. Press firmly along the edges to seal, you can use a fork to crimp for a decorative edge.
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Fill and seal: Place a spoonful of the beef stomach and herb filling on one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a crescent shape. Press firmly along the edges to seal, you can use a fork to crimp for a decorative edge.
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Ensure a tight seal to prevent the filling from escaping during cooking.

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Cook the Qutab: Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet or on a griddle over medium heat. Place the Qutab in the hot pan and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve hot with yogurt or a squeeze of lemon.
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Cook the Qutab: Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet or on a griddle over medium heat. Place the Qutab in the hot pan and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve hot with yogurt or a squeeze of lemon.
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For an authentic taste, cook Qutab on a traditional 'saj' pan if available.