Served as appetizer. Non-vegetarian dish.

American

1 slice Beef (about 2 lbs.)

1/4 cup bagged granulated Salt

Chairnen mixture

3 Tablespoons Chaimen

2 Tablespoons Paprika

1/2 teaspoon Red Peppers (optional)

1/2 teaspoon Salt

1/2 Tablespoon Black Pepper

1/2 Tablespoon Kimion (cumin)

1/2 teaspoon Allspice

3-4 Garlic Cloves, crushed

1 cup Water

Select very tender cut of beef from rib part, about one and a half inch thick, any length you desire (approx. 8"). Insert heavy string through one end and make a loop. Rub meat with salt and let stand in refrigerator for 3 days placing a heavy item on top and turn once a day. Wash meat well with cold water and leave in clear water for one hour. Then drain and press between towels to remove moisture. Continue until meat is quite dry. Hang in cool airy place to dry about two weeks. Combine all above ingredients to make the Chairnen. Add water a little at a time to make thick paste. Soak meat in it for 2 weeks. Hang in airy place for 2 more weeks. May be used immediately, refrigerated, or frozen.

Preparation time: 3 Days

Cooking time: 33 Days

Serves: 12

Yields: 2 Pounds

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