Mongolian cuisine is known for its focus on meat, particularly mutton. Meat dishes play a central role in Mongolian meals. ¹⁾

Mongolian barbecue, also known as Khorkhog, is a popular cooking style in Mongolia. It involves grilling meat (often lamb) and vegetables on hot stones or metal skewers. ²⁾

Buuz are traditional Mongolian steamed dumplings filled with minced meat, usually mutton, and onions. They are a popular snack or main course. ³⁾

Boodog is a unique Mongolian dish where an entire goat or sheep is cooked by placing hot stones inside its body cavity. The meat is typically seasoned with salt and cooked until tender. ⁴⁾

Airag, also known as kumis, is a traditional Mongolian beverage made from fermented mare's milk. It has a sour, slightly alcoholic taste and is a popular drink during festivals. ⁵⁾

Tsuivan is a traditional Mongolian noodle dish made with stir-fried meat (often beef or mutton), vegetables, and thick handmade noodles. It is seasoned with spices and sauces. ⁶⁾

Aaruul is a dried dairy product commonly consumed in Mongolia. It is made by drying curdled milk and shaping it into small, hard pieces. Aaruul is often eaten as a snack or used in cooking. ⁷⁾

Khushuur is a type of deep-fried meat pie or dumpling filled with minced meat (usually beef or mutton) and onions. It is a popular street food in Mongolia. ⁸⁾

Boortsog is a traditional Mongolian deep-fried pastry made from flour, sugar, butter, and milk. They are typically shaped into small squares or twisted shapes and enjoyed as a snack or dessert. ⁹⁾

Bansh are small boiled dumplings filled with minced meat and various seasonings. They are commonly eaten with a dipping sauce and are similar to Chinese jiaozi or Korean mandu. ¹⁰⁾

Suutei Tsai is a traditional Mongolian salty milk tea. It is made by boiling tea leaves with water, adding salt and milk, and sometimes flavored with spices like cardamom or ginger. ¹¹⁾

Guriltai Shul is a traditional Mongolian noodle soup made with handmade noodles, meat (often beef or mutton), and vegetables. It is a popular comfort food during the cold winter months. ¹²⁾

Khuushuur is a deep-fried pastry similar to khushuur but typically larger and filled with minced meat and vegetables. It is often enjoyed during festive occasions. ¹³⁾

Boodog Shonkhor is a cooking technique where meat, usually marmot or goat, is cooked by placing heated stones inside its abdominal cavity. The meat is then cooked until tender. ¹⁴⁾

Shimiin Arkhi is a traditional Mongolian vodka made from distilled fermented mare's milk. It has a strong and distinct flavor and is considered a potent alcoholic beverage. ¹⁵⁾