Samarkandian Bichak with pumpkin (Tajik cuisine). | |
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Bichak is a stuffed baked or fried pastry that comes in different forms (round, triangle, quadrangle) appetizer or meal similar to aturnover, served inCentral Asia cuisines includingUzbek cuisine,Tajik cuisine,Afghan cuisine, andMiddle Eastern cuisine, most notably inMoroccan cuisine. It is often served during tea or coffee hour. Bichak can be stuffed with pumpkin, veggies, and jam for a sweet taste, or meat and cheese for a savory addition to lunch.[1] Bichak is also popular because it can be prepared in large quantities.[2]They are traditional forRosh Hashanah andSukkot. Forkosher dairy meals,bichak stuffed with pumpkin or cheese are served with yogurt or sour cream.[3]
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