Azerbaijan

Turşu-sıyıq or sorrel soup, made from sorrel, spinach and rice, is a close relative of mallow soup (balva). Sorrel soup is typical of the southern Lankaran area and the Shirvan area near Baku, while mallow soup is more widespread in the north and west of Azerbaijan. The rice gives sorrel …

Aubergine (eggplant) roulade, made with garlic, walnuts and mayonnaise, is a zingy appetizer, popular in Azerbaijan and across the Caucasus. Preparation time: 20-25 min Cooking time: 20 min Serves: 4-5

The word chigirtma (çığırtma) in the name of a dish means that it includes eggs. This classic dish combines aubergines (eggplants) with eggs, onions, butter and herbs. It makes a fine breakfast dish or light meal. Preparation time: 10 min Cooking time: 20 min Serves: 3-4

This dish brings together aubergines (eggplant),tomatoes and peppers, which are abundant in Azerbaijan in summer, and lamb or beef. Preparation time: 25 minutes Cooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 4-5

An Azerbaijani sherbet (şərbət) is a cooling drink made from fruit or spices, sugar and water. Lemon makes one of the most refreshing varieties of sherbet, best enjoyed on a hot day. The word sherbet comes from the Persian sharbat, itself an adaptation of the Arabic for drink, sharab. Sherbet …

Barberry sherbet is a traditional Azerbaijani sherbet (şərbət), a refreshing, cooling drink with a fruity tang. The word sherbet comes from the Persian sharbat, itself an adaptation of the Arabic for drink, sharab. Sherbet entered the English language as sorbet, which is now more of an iced dessert or palate …

Mint sherbet is a traditional form of the Azerbaijani sherbet (şərbət), a refreshing, cooling drink made from fruit, sugar and water. The word sherbet comes from the Persian sharbat, itself an adaptation of the Arabic for drink, sharab. Sherbet entered the English language as sorbet, which is now more of …

Milk sherbet is an interesting variation on the Azerbaijani sherbet, which is more commonly made from fruit. Milk sherbet is served at the end of a meal in Azerbaijan or to welcome guests. Recipes for two versions of milk sherbet are given below: one is a simple, sweet milk drink, …

Azerbaijan enjoys a summer abundance of tomatoes, cucumbers, herbs and other fresh ingredients. Not surprisingly, salads are a popular side dish or starter at many Azerbaijani meals. Tomatoes and cucumbers are the mainstay of summer salads, combined in this recipe with spring onions, radishes and a sour cream dressing. Preparation …

Green beans with garlic are a tasty dish, easy to prepare. Served with crusty fresh bread, they make a light, healthy lunch, while traditionally they are served as an accompaniment to other dishes. Preparation time: 20 mins Cooking time: 5 hours (including cooling time) Serves: 3-4 as a side salad