Chuchvara Soup: Tiny Uzbek Dumplings in Broth
Tiny meat dumplings in a clear broth with yoghurt and herbs, plus the secrets of folding…
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Every recipe we have tested in the Patnis kitchen lives here, from plov and Uzbek classics to soups, salads, baking, desserts and drinks. Each one comes with exact measurements, a servings calculator and step-by-step photos.
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Tandir Gosht: Slow-Roasted Uzbek Lamb in a Home Oven
Lamb slow-roasted with garlic and spices until it falls off the bone. No tandoor needed; a…
Chalop: Chilled Uzbek Yoghurt Soup
A refreshing summer soup of yoghurt, cucumber, radish and plenty of herbs. No cooking, ready in…
Dolma: Vine Leaves Stuffed with Meat and Rice
Minced meat and rice wrapped in young vine leaves and served with garlic yoghurt. A delicate…
Creamy Mushroom Soup with Thyme
A smooth, fragrant soup of button mushrooms, potato and cream, ready in 45 minutes.
Qovurdoq: Uzbek Fried Meat with Potatoes
Well-browned meat, onions and potatoes in one pot: a hearty Uzbek family supper that is ready…
Beef Borscht: A Classic Beetroot Soup
A ruby-red, sweet-and-sour classic borscht with beef, beetroot, cabbage and sour cream, plus the trick for…
Dimlama: Uzbek Slow-Steamed Meat and Vegetables
Meat and vegetables layered in one pot and cooked in their own juices. An easy, comforting…
Chicken Noodle Soup: A Light Homemade Classic
A clear chicken broth with vegetables and noodles. A light, comforting soup for cold days and…
Lula Kebab: Minced Lamb Skewers That Hold Together
Juicy lula kebab made with minced lamb and tail fat, plus every trick you need to…
Creamy Pumpkin Soup
A silky soup of sweet autumn pumpkin, butter and cream. Ready in 50 minutes and loved…
Uzbek Lamb Shashlik with an Onion Marinade
Just onion, cumin and salt: the simple, reliable marinade behind Uzbek lamb shashlik, plus tips for…