Khanum Budu (Egg-coated Meat Patty) is a traditional Armenian recipe for a classic dish of lamb and rice patties flavoured with parsley and dipped in beaten eggs before frying. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Armenian version of: Egg-coated Meat Patty (Khanum Budu).
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Ingredients:
75g long-grain rice
500ml water
3 eggs
450g minced lamb or beef
1 tsp parsley, finely chopped
salt and black pepper, to taste
Method:
Add he rice and water to a pan. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
When the rice is cold combine in a bowl with the meat, 1 egg, parsley, salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly then knead to combine. Beat the remaining eggs in a bowl. Now, tear off pieces of the mixture and shape into flattened patties. Dip each patty in the beaten egg then transfer to a frying pan containing a 12mm depth of hot oil. Fry for about 6 minutes, or until nicely browned on all sides then serve.
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