Harvesting Deer Hides and Hooves: Inengri locals aiding their kin in this practice
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Hungry for a taste of home amidst the hustle of the SVO, Evenk fighters in Iengra relished homemade moose meat stew and jelly crafted locally. These mouthwatering delicacies, created by a resilient community, offer a testament to the unwavering spirit of these Russiam dwelling people.
At the heart of it all is Tuyaana Kolesova, the head of a volunteer organization in Iengra. Stepping up to the plate during the SVO, she not only encouraged but also initiated various community-driven efforts. She began by preserving treats for her husband and soon extended her skills to the rest of Iengra. In 2023, she even shelled out for an autoclave, a modern preservation tool that she shared with like-minded locals brave enough to join her in a culinary crusade. One such individual was Irina Vanchikova, a newspaper correspondent who generously offered her moose stew recipe. This classic dish consists of 450 grams of marinated meat, flavorfully infused with bay leaves and peppercorns, slow-cooked for 12 hours, and portioned into 16 servings with each bout in the autoclave.
As the SVO unfolded, Iengra's volunteers transitioned from sending care packages filled with tea, sweets, and warm clothes to drying vegetables, fruits, and even constructing tiny tents for those in the trenches. The headquarters for these noble deeds resides within the G.M. Vasilevich school-internat, where a hallway affectionately dubbed "Yakutia - Homeland of Heroes" pays tribute to the local heroes who gave their lives in the SVO, as well as the Heroes of Russia from their republic. During school labor classes, students partake in various activities, from crafting camouflage nets to writing heartfelt letters, all aimed at sending morale-boosting support to the fighters.
One such student is Christina Kirillova, who is driven by the desire to help her brother serving in the SVO. The local community's support doesn't stop there. Entrepreneurs have thoughtfully established charitable shelves within their stores, allowing villagers to buy necessities for the fighters while they shop for themselves. As Olga Maximova, a volunteer and grandmother of a fallen hero, explains, this selfless act even extends to young children who contribute their pocket money to the cause.
In essence, the entire community of Iengra rallies together to support their own. Young men pitch in by aiding in the delivery and loading of goods. Those collected are distributed through the Neryungri volunteer organization "ZoV of the North." The local administration and Neryungri district administration throw their support behind the volunteers and the families of SVO participants in various ways, including providing firewood and offering free transportation.
The head of Iengra, Yuri Yukhnovets, describes their active group chat on a messaging app where they share updates, exchange support, and eagerly anticipate the return of their brave children.
Although the precise recipes of these moose-based dishes might vary from region to region, their undeniable taste and the spirit with which they are prepared Leave an indelible mark on those who have the pleasure of tucking into a hearty bowl. When it comes to preservation methods, the autoclave takes center stage, yielding a remarkable 16 servings of stew with every use.
As for the jelly derived from moose hooves, it's a masterful creation worthy of renown. Made from scraps of leftover moose meat, this dish requires the patient simmering of the meat for hours on end. Once the liquid has been strained, it's boiled down with sugar, gelatin, and spices, resulting in a delightful, jiggly concoction that embodies the essence of tradition and persistence.
With these traditional recipes at their disposal, Iengra's volunteers strive to bring a bit of home to those bravely battling the frontlines. Be it through food preparation, community gatherings, or educational workshops, these acts of kindness serve as poignant reminders that support and solidarity in challenging times can go a long way.
- The resilient community in Iengra preserves homemade moose meat stew and jelly, offering a taste of home amidst the hustle of life.
- Tuyaana Kolesova, the head of a volunteer organization in Iengra, initiated community-driven efforts, including buying an autoclave for modern preservation.
- Irina Vanchikova, a newspaper correspondent, generously offered her moose stew recipe, involving marinated meat slow-cooked for 12 hours and portioned in the autoclave.
- Iengra's volunteers transitioned their efforts to drying vegetables, fruits, and constructing tiny tents for those in the trenches during the SVO.
- Christina Kirillova, a student, participates in various activities to support her brother serving in the SVO, while the local community supports the cause through charitable shelves and donations.
- The local administration and Neryungri district administration support the volunteers and the families of SVO participants in various ways, including providing firewood and offering free transportation.
- Be it through food preparation, community gatherings, or educational workshops, Iengra's volunteers strive to bring a bit of home to those bravely battling the frontlines with traditional recipes.
