🇦🇿Azerbaijani Recipes
Discover Azerbaijani cuisine — saffron-infused pilafs, aromatic kebabs, herb-filled kutabs, and sweet tea traditions.
97 recipes
Azerbaijani cuisine blends Persian, Turkish, and Caucasian traditions into something uniquely its own. Saffron-rich pilafs (plov) are the centerpiece, served alongside fragrant kebabs and fresh herb platters. The tradition of tea drinking and the art of making kutab (stuffed flatbreads) reflect a culture that values both hospitality and craftsmanship.
🧂 Essential Pantry
SaffronSumacFresh herbs (dill, cilantro, tarragon)LambWalnutsPomegranateDried fruitsYogurtButterChestnuts
📂 Browse by category
mediumAzerbaijani · Main Courses
Badimjan Dolmasi (بادمجان دولماسی) — Azerbaijani Stuffed Eggplant with Lamb and Rice
Badimjan Dolmasi is a beloved Azerbaijani dolma where tender eggplants are filled with lamb, rice, herbs, and warm spices, then gently simmered in a light tomato broth. It’s a family-style centerpiece often served with yogurt and fresh herbs.
95 min 6 485 cal
