Azərbaycan Respublikası Elm və Təhsil Nazirliyi Bakı Slavyan Universiteti

Azerbaijan Plov- Plov has a special place among the national dishes of Azerbaijan and is prepared on all special days, holidays. That is why the plov is considered the king of Azerbaijan cuisine. There are about 50 types of plov, and there are differences in the form of preparation depending on the region. Plov ingredients consist of long rice, meat, onion, dried fruits, chestnut and etc.
Azerbaijan Kebab- Kebab is an integral part of Caucasian cuisine and is considered one of the most delicious dishes in all Caucasian countries. Azerbaijan, there are such types of kebab as “tike kebab”, ”lule kebab”, “dana bastirma”, “antrikot kebab” and etc.
“Yarpaq” Dolma (Leaf Dolma)- Among the Azerbaijani food that local people cook on a daily basis, one of the most delicious is “yarpaq dolmasi” (grape leaf dolma). The food contains minced beef, round rice, herbs, various spices, and grape leaves. As this dish contains many oil people usually use yogurt beside it.
Qutab- Qutab is one of the most famous dishes in Azerbaijan. Similar in shape to a quesadilla, qutab is made with paper-thin dough, stuffed with a variety of ingredients, folded, and usually baked in saj, a traditional Azerbaijani frying pan. You can consider qutab also as a local fast-food which can be prepared very quickly and actually healthier than other fast foods. Qutab also is good choice for vegetarians, because it consists of herbs, cheese, and dough.

3.Traditions and customs
Azerbaijan’s traditions cover all the phases of life, from birth to death, plus annual holidays and other general practices. These traditions dictated how to meet guests, join families in marriage, spend free time, and how to present one’s self in society. Even though some traditions have been lost to time, and some are only practiced at large events or during holidays, Azerbaijani traditions are still important to people and their lives. There are a variety of influences on Azerbaijan’s traditions. Several religions have long histories in Azerbaijan, including Zoroastrianism, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, both Sunni and Shi’a. Azerbaijan has also been influenced by the many merchants who passed through on the Silk Road, as well as the ever-changing waves of empires and conquerors.The traditions in Azerbaijan make for an interesting trip, full of unique experiences and impressions of this rich country