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Pumpkin Qutab (Kete)

Pumpkin qutab is one of the national dishes of Azerbaijan. It is frequently prepared in autumn during the pumpkin season.

General Azerbaijan60-90 minsFor 4-6 people8 items
Pumpkin Qutab (Kete)
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Ingredients

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History note

Pumpkin qutab is one of the national dishes of Azerbaijan. It is frequently prepared in autumn during the pumpkin season.

Preparation steps

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Step 1

Peel and wash the pumpkin, chop into small squares.

Step 2

Add a little water and steam until it becomes a puree.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion.

Step 4

Add oil and salt and fry until golden brown.

Step 5

Then add the pumpkin and fry.

Step 6

Seed the pomegranate. Add it to the filling and fry for 5-10 minutes.

Step 7

Add salt, pepper, and cinnamon to the filling according to taste and mix. Fry until the water has completely evaporated. Then transfer to a bowl to cool.

Step 8

Add water and salt to the flour, mix with a spoon first, then knead a normal dough.

Step 9

Divide the dough into 6 pieces and roll them into balls.

Step 10

Roll out a thin dough as usual. Place a bowl on top and cut in circles.

Step 11

Put the filling on one side of the circles.

Step 12

Fold and seal the edges.

Step 13

Cook the ready qutabs first on a saj or in a pan. Fry in oil when serving.

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Served hot, brushed with butter.

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