You should try vegetarian dishes in Armenia

By TravelWiseFeb 3, 2024 14:21 PMNews
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You should try vegetarian dishes in Armenia
Armenia has a wide range of vegetarian dishes. Source: freepik

Armenia is a small country in the South Caucasus region known for its mouthwatering cuisine, breathtaking landscapes, and rich history.

While the country has traditionally been famous for its meat dishes, it also offers many delicious vegetarian options that showcase its unique flavors and culinary traditions. Newsbytesapp.com has published a selection of vegetarian dishes worth trying on your next trip to Armenia.

Gapama

Gapama is a festive Armenian dish typically served at weddings, Christmas, and Easter. It involves using a medium-sized pumpkin, which is hollowed out and filled with half-cooked rice, almonds, dried fruits, cinnamon, and honey before being baked. Vegans can enjoy this dish by substituting honey with agave syrup.

Topik

Considered an Armenian delicacy, topik (or topig) is essentially a vegetarian meatball made from potato and chickpea shells filled with a paste of tahini, olive oil, onions, currants, and pine nuts. The filling, flavored with cinnamon and allspice, is usually served with lemon juice and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Mashosh

Mashosh is a traditional, low-fat, and healthy Armenian appetizer that's simple to prepare. It involves cooking lentils, then sprinkling walnuts, fried onions, and dried apricots on top and simmering for an additional 15 minutes. Some variations replace lentils with beans. Mashosh can be enjoyed as a hot or cold appetizer or as a side dish.

Easter

Tolma Easter Tolma is among the most popular dishes in Armenia, featuring cabbage leaves filled with a lean mixture of red beans, boiled and stewed lentils, chickpeas, and bulgur. After filling, the leaves are cooked in a large pot, covered with an inverted plate, frozen, and thawed before serving.

Ech

Ech is a nutritious dish made from bulgur wheat mixed with finely chopped vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, along with aromatic herbs and spices. The result is a flavorful blend of sweet, salty, and spicy notes. Ech can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or chilled, either as a side dish or a main course.

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