Aqsuyek (Ақсүйек)
Aqsuyek (Boiled Marrow Bones)
Yes, keto as served. Almost no net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Kazakhstani dishes.
What it is
Literally 'white bone', Aqsuyek refers to large bones (typically from lamb or beef) that have been long-boiled to extract their rich marrow and any remaining tender meat. This simple, traditional offering is a concentrated source of healthy fats and collagen, highly prized in Kazakh nomadic cuisine, served purely with salt.
Key ingredients
Large beef/lamb bones (e.g., femur, knuckle), water, salt.
Optional tweaks
Ensure no starchy vegetables are boiled with the bones or served alongside.
Say this to the waiter (Kazakh)
Ақсүйекке сүйекпен бірге крахмалды көкөністерді қайнатпаңыз немесе жанына бермеңізші.
For Aqsuyek, please ensure no starchy vegetables are boiled with the bones or served alongside.
Watch out for
None.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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