Creating a morning breakfast with eggs and bread in an Azerbaijani village can be a delightful and culturally rich experience. Here's a simple recipe that incorporates local flavors and ingredients, taking approximately 1 hour to prepare:
Azerbaijani Village Breakfast: Eggs and Bread
Ingredients:
4 eggs
4 slices of Azerbaijani flatbread (lavash)
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro) for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Vegetables:
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
Add the diced tomatoes and bell pepper to the pan. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
Create the Egg Mixture:
In a bowl, whisk the eggs together until well combined.
Pour the eggs into the pan with the sautéed vegetables.
Allow the eggs to cook, stirring occasionally until they are just set.
Assemble the Dish:
Warm the lavash bread in the oven or on a hot griddle for a few minutes.
Place a slice of lavash on each plate.
Spoon the scrambled eggs and vegetable mixture over the lavash.
Add Feta Cheese:
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the eggs and vegetables.
Garnish and Serve:
Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the dish.
Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.
Enjoy with Tea or Ayran:
Serve the breakfast with traditional Azerbaijani black tea or ayran (a yogurt-based drink).
This breakfast combines the heartiness of eggs with the freshness of vegetables, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal. The use of lavash bread adds a local touch to the dish, making it a true representation of Azerbaijani village cuisine.
Feel free to adjust the quantities and ingredients based on personal preferences and the number of servings needed. Enjoy your delicious Azerbaijani village breakfast!
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