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Djura

Cultural Context

Originating from Tajikistan, Djura is a beloved dish often enjoyed during festive gatherings and family celebrations. Traditionally made with lamb, it reflects the region's pastoral lifestyle and love for grilled meats. Today, Djura has gained popularity beyond Tajikistan, with variations appearing in Central Asian cuisines and among food enthusiasts worldwide.

TajikTJmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
puff pastry – 2
minced meat – 370g
potato – 1
onion – 1
coriander – 80g
garlic – 3 cloves
egg - 1
salt/pepper

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier while sunflower oil is often cheaper.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain pita offers more fiber, while tortillas are often less expensive.

1

Preheat oven according to puff pastry instructions.

2

Roll out puff pastry and cut into desired shapes.

3

In a mixing bowl, combine minced meat, diced potato, chopped onion, chopped coriander, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper.

4

Fill the pastry with the meat mixture and seal it.

5

Place the filled pastries on a baking sheet.

6

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

DzhuraDjura Kebab

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