Gorkhi Terelj National Park, Ulaanbaatar

National GeographicOct 15

What I Learnt About Mongolia by Eating With its Nomadic Families

Across Mongolia’s grassland steppe, food remains closely tied to enduring nomadic traditions. From mutton-filled dumplings to fermented mare’s milk, it’s a cuisine shaped by heritage, hospitality and ...

park with a meandering, tree-lined stream and grassy hills

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Orkhon ValleyNeighborhoodcentral steppe region with vast grassland and low mountain ridges
buuzRestaurantsteamed dumplings made with mutton, mountain onions, and salt
Gorkhi Terelj National ParkSightpark with a meandering, tree-lined stream and grassy hills
a a ruulRestauranttraditional dried curd made from separated cow's milk curds and whey
khorkhogRestaurantmutton slow-cooked over hot stones
g a mbirRestaurantsweet, fried bread
a ir a gRestaurantfermented mare's milk, a distinctive traditional drink

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Gorkhi Terelj National Park

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What I Learnt About Mongolia by Eating With its Nomadic Families