The following recipe is one of Sonia Tashjian’s go-to dishes. It’s easy to prepare, and most Armenians will have all of the ingredients on hand….
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Bijug – Bulgur Patties in Tomato Sauce – a recipe from Sonia Tashjian
Sonia Tashjian Sonia Tashjian, Armenian food expert and enthusiast, is a never-ending source of interesting, delicious, and easy-to-prepare recipes from numerous Armenian regions. Here is…
Nammoura – a (Slightly) Healthier Version – and two more recipes
I have to admit I haven’t been cooking as much as usual for the past week, and for that I have no excuse. But then…
Stay cool with Chilled Yogurt-based Soups!
Outdoor temperatures are beginning to rise, so it’s time to start collecting recipes for chilled soup. Rich, tangy, creamy yogurt-based soups offer delectable, refreshing dining on…
Chickpea-Tahini and Brown Rice Pie
If you’re looking for a hearty, nourishing meal that satisfies a Lenten, vegetarian, and/or vegan diet, this just might be the one! The hearty crust…
Lentil – Olive – Mushroom Patties
One of my go-to Lenten recipes is Lentil – Olive – Mushroom Patties. It’s easy, tasty and satisfying. If you prefer a heartier…
Kufteh, an Armenian Favorite!
There’s been a lot of buzz about kufteh lately on several Armenian cooking Face Book sites. People are asking: What ingredients are used? Which shape…
Armenian Madzoon Abour (Yogurt Soup)
Doug and I are supposed to be on a bus trip today from our new community in SC to Lake Lure, NC. The idea of…
CHICK BRTUJ (Meatless Kyufta) from Sonia Tashjian
Today is Armenian Independence Day! To help celebrate, Sonia Tashjian, my go-to food expert in Yerevan, offered her recipe for Chick Brtuj – Meatless Kyufta (Kufteh) to…
Our South Carolina Home Blessing
It’s official! Doug and I are now legal residents of South Carolina, and, we have been welcomed into the Armenian community in the Carolinas. What…