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NAKHCHIVAN
L AVA SH
Lavash flatbread, included in the
UNESCO Representative List of
Intangible Cultural Heritage, is one of
Azerbaijan’s national types of bread
and holds a particularly special place
in the cuisine of Nakhchivan. Women
in the region have been preparing it on
a saj (rounded frying pan) since time
immemorial. They also dry it and keep
it for winter, adding water before serving
it. A number of other breads, such
as fatir, kombe, dastana and chippa, are
also popular in Nakhchivan.
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CHOCHE
Also known as “koke,” choche is
another of the first dishes that
comes to mind when talking
about Nakhchivan cuisine. It is
usually made from walnuts, but
fillings like beans, peas, potatoes
and lentils can also be used.
Chocha is always available in
the pastry stores of Nakhchivan.
The pastries are easy to carry,
making them an ideal snack if
you get hungry during your visit.
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ORDUBAD DELICACIES
The Ordubad region in particular stands out for both its
stunning scenery and numerous food delicacies. The
region is famous for its local fruits and medicinal herbs,
from which locals prepare a variety of treats, such as
jams, sweets and pickles. The dried fruits, delicious
lemons, walnut, thyme and eggplant jams, herb gutabs
(stuffed pancakes) and alana (peaches or pears stuffed
with walnuts and sugar) are must-try products if you
visit here.
Şərəfə!
Cheers!
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