Foods

• cuisine

• Boiled soup

  

  Boiled soup - mutton (breast, ribs, a little fat) is boiled in cold water in a pot. The foam of the soup is not removed (the foam will disappear by itself after adding the onion). Add peeled whole carrots, sliced ​​tomatoes, salt and spices to the soup along with onions. After the soup boils for 40-50 minutes, add peeled whole potatoes and lower the heat and simmer. As soon as the potatoes are cooked, the soup is removed from the heat and served in bowls.

• cuisine

• Plov

  

  Plov is the main dish of Uzbek cuisine, and it holds a special place in the heart and taste of many people. It is a hearty, fragrant rice dish cooked with a mixture of meat, onions, carrots and spices. The dish is usually prepared in a large, heavy pot called a cauldron or deg, which allows for even cooking and the development of the desired crust known as a "cauldron". The main ingredients of Uzbek plov are rice, meat (often lamb, beef or chicken) and aromatic vegetables such as onions, carrots and garlic. The dish also contains spices such as cumin, coriander, and sometimes dried fruits and nuts, which provide a rich, complex flavor profile. Making Uzbek plov involves a unique method in which the rice and meat are layered in a pot, allowing the flavors to meld during the slow cooking process. The meal is often served with side dishes such as achichuk (fresh tomato and onion salad) and delicious yogurt. Uzbek plov comes in different regional variations, with cities like Samarkand, Tashkent, and Bukhara each adding their own flavor to the favorite dish. Uzbek pilaf is the pinnacle of culture, tradition and culinary art, from its rich history rooted on the Silk Road to its importance in social gatherings and celebrations.

• Dimlama

  

  Dimlama is a dish prepared by dipping. It is cooked from meat or fish, various vegetables and some fruits. D. is palatable and easy to digest, because the useful substances (vitamins, mineral and sugar substances, aromatic and tasty extractive substances) of the food prepared by the steaming method are preserved. There are several types of D.: meat D., fish D., pumpkin D., quince D., vegetables D., etc. Meat D. - the meat and thighs are cut into pieces, the bones are also cut into 2-3 cm lengths, then mixed with finely chopped onions, salt and spices. First add fat, then bone, and then sliced ​​meat to the heated pot. A bay leaf, ground pepper, and dill are placed on each layer, a little water is poured to create steam, and the lid is covered with gypsum and a towel is wrapped around it. 40 min. cooked during. The meat is served in plates and bowls. Pumpkin D. - pumpkin is peeled and seeded, cut into matchbox-sized pieces, then sprinkled with salt and fried a little in butter, pour more liquid cream over it and simmer for 30 minutes on low heat. cooked during.

• Desert

• Chak-chak

  

  Chak chak is a traditional sweet dessert from Uzbek cuisine. It is made by frying small pieces of dough and then soaking them in hot honey or sugar syrup. The pieces of dough stick together to form a crunchy, sweet treat. Chak chak is often flavored with spices like cardamom or cinnamon, and sometimes nuts like almonds or walnuts are added for extra crunch. It is usually served during special occasions or celebrations, and it is a popular treat in Uzbekistan and other Central Asian countries.