Despite the image and negative reputation conveyed through blogs and various media, Mongolian cuisine does indeed exist. It is simply rustic and limited in variety, but that does not mean the dishes are any less flavorful. Mongolian culinary culture is closely tied to the lifestyle of nomadic herders, so the dishes are typically quite rich in meat. However, vegetables are becoming increasingly present, adding some color to traditional dishes.
Certainly, it is difficult to compare Mongolian cuisine with European culinary traditions, but culinary artistry can indeed be found in the heart of the steppes. Creating delicious dishes inside a yurt without the aid of modern appliances—like mixers or food processors—using only minimal equipment is, in itself, an art form.
Mongolia is a country of nomadic herders where the priority lies in managing pastures, finding the best steppes, and simplifying life within the yurt. One of the most important aspects of life in the yurt is to welcome a traveler, friend, neighbor, or relative in the best possible way by offering them milk tea, the national beverage, as well as a warm meal.
In Mongolia, meals don't hold the same significance as they do in Europe; they are less about family gatherings and sharing, but they remain essential. Mongolian nomadic women display remarkable skill in preparing meals with minimal utensils and no integrated kitchen, often simply sitting by the edge of the bed.
We invite you on a journey to explore Mongolia through its gastronomy. During this trip, you'll have the chance to learn how to prepare traditional dishes, experiencing moments of sharing and likely plenty of laughter.
You will be accompanied only by your experienced French-speaking or English-speaking guide.
Your itinerary will include stops at local guesthouses where you can enjoy regional specialties and different flavors from one area to another. Every two days, you will visit nomadic families to learn how to prepare a different traditional dish.
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