Local inhabitants of Inengri harvest and utilize deer hides and hooves to sustain their families' needs.
Fired-Up Recipe from the Heart of Siberia
In the midst of Yengry, a small Siberian village, local residents have been whipping up delicious homemade dishes, like moose stew and jelly made from moose hooves, to send their loved ones fighting in the SVO. Here's a recipe inspired by Irina Vanchikova's recipe, with a taste of locally sourced Yengry flavors.
Gotta Keep the Home Fires Burning
Tuyaana Kolesova, the leader of the volunteer organization "We Don't Leave Our Own" in Yengry, initially cooked these preserves for her husband, learning from online video tutorials. Her secret stew recipe, revealed to "Industry of the North" newspaper correspondent Irina Vanchikova, leans on simple ingredients, but with a punch of local taste:
Moose Stew- 450 grams (1 lb) moose meat, cut into bite-sized pieces- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil- 1 onion, chopped- 3 cloves garlic, minced- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped- 1 cup beef broth- 1 cup red wine- 1 tablespoon tomato paste- 1 teaspoon dried thyme- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary- Salt and pepper, to taste- Optional: mushrooms, juniper berries
Anticipating the Bite1. Sear the Meat: - Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat and sear the moose meat on all sides. Set the meat aside.2. Sauté Aromatics: - Reduce the heat to medium and sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.3. Add Veggies: - Add the chopped carrots and potatoes, cooking to coat them in oil.4. Re-unite Meat and Add the Sauce: - Return the browned moose meat to the pot, then add the beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine.5. Simmer: - Let it boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 2-3 hours or until the meat is tender.6. Spice It Up: - Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving. - Optional: Add mushrooms (such as porcini or chanterelle) during the last hour of cooking or juniper berries to bring authentic flavors.
The entire Yengry community comes together to support its locals fighting in the SVO, with every little bit adding up. From home-cooked meals to camouflage nets, the resilience and kindness of the Yengry people shine through.
- This recipe, inspired by Irina Vanchikova's creation, is a hearty Moose Stew that showcases Yengry's distinct flavors, with simple ingredients such as moose meat, vegetables, broth, and wine.
- The secret to Tuyaana Kolesova's signature stew lies in its local touch, as she uses a blend of dried thyme and rosemary to enhance the taste of the Moose Stew.
- Cooking enthusiasts will appreciate this recipe from the food-and-drink lifestyle niche, which combines the home-and-garden expertise required to prepare the stew in an autoclave or a large Dutch oven.
- You can impress your loved ones fighting in the SVO with this delicious Moose Stew, following the proven steps, from searing the meat to seasoning with salt and pepper (optional additions of mushrooms or juniper berries available).
- As the Moose Stew simmers, let it bring warmth and unity to your heart, embodying the spirit of the Yengry community in Siberia as they rally together to support their fellow villagers in the SVO.
