Tajikistan

Tajikistan, located in Central Asia, is a country characterized by its mountainous terrain, with over 90% of its landmass covered by mountains. Tajikistan was once part of the Persian Empire and later came under the rule of various Central Asian empires and kingdoms. Later, it became part of the Russian Empire until gaining independence in …

Qurutob, also known as bread salad, is a traditional Tajik dish prepared by soaking the qurut (dried cheese balls) in water. The salty liquid is used as the base. Strips of fatir, a kind of flatbread, are then placed over the top. Toppings may include vegetables such as onions, tomatoes or cucumbers. Served across several …