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Khalva refers to many types of dense, sweet confections, served across the Middle East, West Asia, Central Asia. Khalva from wheat starch is a traditional sweet, prepared in Azerbaijan, made by sugar powder and with homemade wheat starch. Saffron infusion gives unique taste to this me. Preparation time: 10 min …

Pickles are popular in Azerbaijan as an accompaniment to a main dish or as a starter, and are often served as one of a selection of appetizers. This recipe is similar to the one for pickled stuffed aubergines, but uses a different marinade. Small aubergines (eggplants) produce the best results …

Kulcha are a sweet, spicy pastry, traditionally baked in a clay oven. The name kulcha (külçə) probably shares a root with the bread known as kulcha, popular in India and Pakistan. Two different types of kulcha are found in Azerbaijan: spicy kulcha from the northwestern town of Shaki (Şəki), the …

Fisindjan of beet-root is one of the unique and original examples of Azerbaijan cuisine. Azerbaijan cuisine is traditionally considered to be an exotic element of the national culture for foreigners. And it is indeed as it has everything to be exotic. It is original, poignant and reflects the richness of …

Salads are great for any type of meal, whether a light lunch or as a filling main course at dinner. Salad Khazar can even be one of the courses in their own right. Salads bring balance to the meal by providing a refreshing accompaniment to just about anything. A light …

Peaches are a thick, starchy, fleshy fruit that make some of the finest tasting jam you have ever had. Peach Jam is a classic dessert that is both a comfort food and very simple to make. It’s usually served with tea, breakfast and can be stored in the refrigerator where …

Azerbaijanis love jam or fruit conserves as an accompaniment to glasses of hot tea. They usually eat it on its own by the spoonful, rather than spreading it on bread. As well as enjoying Azerbaijani jam the traditional way, you can savour it on toast and crumpets and as a …