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Chekdermeh: Traditional Turkmen Rice Dish

Chekdermeh is a colorful and savory rice dish from Turkmenistan, made with tender lamb or beef, rice, vegetables, and aromatic spices. It is traditionally prepared for family gatherings, celebrations, and special occasions. This dish is hearty, energy-boosting, and full of flavor, perfect for lunch or dinner.

TurkmenDinner, Festive, Lunch, Main Course, Special Occasion1 hr 50 minServes 4897 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-0460 · Hand-built original

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Gawun Compote (Melon and Dried Fruit Compote) (Gawun Kompot)

A refreshing Turkmen melon compote recipe with dried apricots and raisins, showcasing the country's famous sweet melons.

TurkmenDessertServes 895 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: small sweet melon

Pairs well with: coffee, vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, whipped cream

HB-0985 · Hand-built original

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Persian Turkmen Chekderme (Turkmen Meat and Rice)

Chekderme is one of the best-known traditional dishes of the Turkmen people of Iran, especially in Golestan Province and the Turkmen Sahra region. It is traditionally made with lamb and rice, cooked together with tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, and spices. Traditionally, Chekderme is cooked in a heavy cast-iron pot called a Qazan, which is an important part of Turkmen cooking culture.

TurkmenMain Dish1 hr 30 min3 servings1208 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: lamb

Pairs well with: mint sauce, roasted potatoes, couscous, ratatouille, tzatziki

HB-1716 · Hand-built original

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Pishme

Turkmen fried dough — wheat dough cut into squares or diamonds and deep-fried into crisp golden bites. The Turkmen celebration sweet, served with butter, jam or honey and milk tea.

TurkmenDessert55 minServes 8392 kcalVegetarian

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-1753 · Hand-built original

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