Qutab

Description

Qutab is one of the most famous dishes in Azerbaijan. Similar in shape to a quesadilla , qutab is made with paper-thin dough, stuffed with a variety of ingredients, folded, and usually baked in saj , a traditional Azerbaijani frying pan. Three of the most common fillings are meat (lamb being the national favorite), a mixture of green vegetables, and squash. Most commonly it is consumed in between meals, as a nutritious snack. Before qutab is served, it is usually cut into smaller triangles and garnished with sumac, parsley, pomegranate seeds, or chopped walnuts. Traditionally, a glass of yogurt is served alongside this Azerbaijani delicacy.