Qovurma — Tajik Mixed Organ Fry
Asia — Tajikistan
Tajikistan's primary mixed-organ tradition. Multiple organs fried together with onion and spices. Part of the shared Central Asian organ-frying tradition.
Cuts in this tradition
Cultural context
The Tajik equivalent of Kazakhstan's kuirdak, Kyrgyzstan's kuurdak, and Uzbekistan's qovurdoq. Part of a unified Central Asian culinary tradition where multiple organs are fried together immediately after slaughter. Persian spice influence differentiates the Tajik version slightly.
Preparation
Organs diced and fried in oil with onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, and pepper. Served with non bread and fresh herbs.