Gyurza is Incredible Delicious Ancient Azerbaijani Dishes Smith For Kids Life in the Village

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

lavash

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: tortilla

Whole wheat pita adds fiber, while tortillas are more widely available.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in protein.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are often more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

Prepare the dough by mixing 600 grams of flour with half a teaspoon of salt and 1 egg.

Add half a cup of water to the mixture and knead until the dough is formed.

Let the dough rest for a while.

Take 30 grams of lean meat and mix it with half a cup of molasses and half a cup of water.

Prepare the filling by mixing the meat and molasses mixture together.

Roll out the dough into a flat shape.

Fill the rolled-out dough with the meat mixture.

Fold the dough over to enclose the filling and shape it as desired.

Cook the filled dough in boiling water until it is cooked through.

Slice tomatoes and chili peppers for serving.

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