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Shakarap is a simple salad originating from Central Asia, and it is especially popular in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. It consists of tomatoes, onions, salt, and ground red and black pepper. The tomatoes and onions are thinly sliced, then seasoned, and the salad is ready to be served – either in individual small dishes or as a side dish accompanying meat and rice.
Achicuk salad is a traditional and simple salad originating from Uzbekistan. This salad has many variations, but it is always made with a base of tomatoes and onions. Other ingredients often include thinly sliced chili peppers, coriander, or basil.
The ingredients are thinly sliced, seasoned with salt, then served over pilau rice. Achicuk salad is beloved because it's easy to prepare and it makes for a great accompaniment to almost any dish.
Shivit oshi is a unique Uzbekistani dish of bright, green noodles topped with beef stew. It is a specialty of Khorezm cuisine and can be found almost exclusively in the city of Khiva, on Uzbekistan's border with Turkmenistan. The noodles for shivit oshi are colored with dill infusion and, when cooked, covered with a hearty stew of beef, potatoes, and carrots.
It is recommended to pair this dish with tangy yogurt or sour cream.
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