Seemingly immune from outside influences and food fads, this deliciously rich and filling rice dish has been served throughout the region for hundreds of years. Celebrating the new year in Azerbaijan means cooking, and that means the ancient dish called plov. I went with the Chicken variety, but Lamb is probably more popular in the restaurants of Baku. It is a dish of rice flavored with spices, herbs and other ingredients. Contemporary Azerbaijan cuisine retains traditional methods of preparation of dishes while incorporating modern cooking requirements and preparations. That’s about it. There are thousands of dishes in Azerbaijani cuisine, one more beautiful than the other. By using this site, you agree to our Cookie Policy, Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions. I’m really enjoying doing this! First cooked in the 16th century, the method has only changed slightly over time. 2 medium onions, finely chopped I would recommend you to visit Sumakh restaurant in Baku, as the restaurant is specialized in national cuisine. A classic Azerbaijani meal typically lasts for about 3-4 hours and always begins with tea. Hopefully someday I will be able to travel more and experience these cultures more fully. Tables across Azerbaijan groan under the weight of piles of steaming pilafs, or plov, a rich, hearty and varied conglomeration of meat or fish served with jewel-coloured fruit, vegetables and herbs, such as prunes, raisins, chestnuts, onions, carrots, garlic and saffron. The main difference between yarpaq dolmasi and kelem dolmasi is that ingredients of kelem dolmasi are wrapped into cabbage. 1 3/4 cups hot water for braising meat You just cook the stewing beef then throw all the ingredients together and cook it in the oven. Place the whole chillies and garlic head in the rice layer while it all steams.

One of the most popular main course dishes is soup. Add 1¾ cups hot water, cover and simmer over medium/low heat 45 min or until meat is tender. In Baku there are two notable varieties. Azerbaijani Chicken Plov Posted on May 30, 2012 by Toby We do love The Eurovision Song Contest every year, and this usually involves watching the event with friends and copious amounts of food and drink inspired by the participating countries. It is called Caribbean pepperpot stew.

Azerbaijan is an ancient country with an amazingly beautiful and diverse nature, hospitable people, and unique culture and traditions. I probably make plov twice a month:). Drain the rice and pour in over the mix to cover it completely DO NOT STIR!!! Plov is known as the “king of the meals”, as it is considered as the most special one in the cuisine. Ash, or plov, is a festive dish in our culture. Cut off the head of your garlic to expose the cloves. Fry the chicken thighs in the vegetable oil until they start to brown, Cut the onions into rings and add to the pan and cook until these brown too, Cut the carrots into little crudité shapes and add them to the pan and keep cooking on a high heat until the carrots start to soften and brown slightly, Add half a tablespoon of cumin and stir well, Cover the mixture with hot water and leave to simmer until most of the water is absorbed. That makes 12 countries down, 183 more to go. It is a dish of rice flavored with spices , herbs and other ingredients. They have over thirty different soup recipes and over forty different plov recipes. Fill a pot (or saucepan) with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil.