Lamb Fat Pastry
Lamb Fat Pastry, often known as 'Suyuk' or 'Boortsog' in Central Asian and Mongolian cuisine, is a traditional fried or baked pastry made from a simple dough enriched with rendered lamb fat or butter. It is a staple celebratory food, particularly during festivals like Tsagaan Sar (Lunar New Year), and is known for its rich, flaky texture and savory flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This pastry is very high in fat and calories due to the generous use of lamb fat or butter, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the wheat flour. It provides quick energy and some protein, but is primarily a source of dietary fat and calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 µg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Selenium | 12 µg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
Per 2 pieces (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it symbolizes prosperity and hospitality, often piled high on tables during celebrations. Nutritionally, the use of lamb fat provides a dense source of energy, historically valuable in cold climates, but makes it a very calorie-dense treat.
