Undoubtedly, the pleasure of eating new and local foods in any country is one of the exciting pleasures in that trip. Now, the more historically old the country we have visited, the more rich local and traditional foods it has.

Armenia, which has become popular among Iranian tourists in recent years, is one of those old countries with a brilliant historical record. which has many delicious traditional dishes.

On the other hand, the tradition of animal husbandry and agriculture in this country has made the meat and vegetables used in the dishes to be of the highest quality. Also, another interesting point is that Armenians have been using the traditional method of cooking food on fire since long ago.

This diversity and quality in raw materials and cooking food in special ways has made Armenia to be in the list of countries with diverse and delicious food.

In the continuation of this article, we would like to introduce you to the best and most famous local dishes of Armenia. So stay with us until the end of this article.

1/ Basturma

In fact, basturma is more of an appetizer; which is very similar to ham sausage. This dish is made from beef with spices such as garlic, cumin, black pepper and red pepper; And its preparation requires a lot of effort and time (something like thirty days).

When traveling to Armenia, do not miss the pleasure of eating and trying this delicious appetizer.

2/ Khorovats

When you go to Armenian restaurants, a dish named Khorovats is often seen in their list of dishes. Khorovats is a unique dish made by skewering fresh, flavorful meat over direct flames.

If we want to compare it to Iranian food, we must say that it is very similar to Shishilik.

3/ Meatballs (Kyufta)

Meatballs are one of the foods that are very popular among people in Asia and even Western Europe. In Armenia, this dish is a combination of boiled potatoes and minced meat; which are made into small balls.

Armenian meatballs are a bit spicy, and they usually eat them with lime to get their spiciness.

It is one of the delicious but easy dishes of Armenia, which is very compatible with the taste of Iranians. This dish, which is a combination of meat, vegetables and a little liquid; It is cooked differently in each part of Armenia.

4/ Khashlama

It is one of the delicious but easy dishes of Armenia, which is very compatible with the taste of Iranians. This dish, which is like a thick soup, is a combination of meat, vegetables and a little liquid; And it is cooked differently in each part of Armenia.

5/ Ishkhan

Ishkhan is the name of a type of fish from the trout family that is caught from Swan Lake. This delicious and delicious fish, which is grilled on the flames, is one of the most popular dishes in Armenia.

If you are on a tour of Armenia and you plan to eat Ishkhan food, you must visit the restaurants around Swan Lake.

6/ Ghapama

Qapama is another famous Armenian traditional food, which many people call it pumpkin dolme. Because they empty the inside of the pumpkin to cook it, and then fill it with ingredients such as cooked rice, almonds, dates, Bukhara plums, apricots, blueberries, raisins and corn. When the ingredients are cooked with water and during serving, some pour honey and cinnamon or powdered sugar on it.

Qapama is considered a very nutritious and vitamin-rich food that is mostly eaten on Christmas nights.

7/ Harisa

Harissa is one of the hearty foods of Armenia, which is very similar to Halim in terms of appearance and cooking.

Harissa is prepared by slow and long-term cooking of wheat and chicken or sheep; And when serving it, they sweeten it a little with sugar.

8/ Fasulye

Fasole is a type of stew made from the combination of seasoned meat with beans and tomatoes. Beans is actually a type of appetizer; When it is served as the main meal, it is poured over the rice.

9/Khash

Kale Pache is one of the dishes that is as popular among Armenians as it is among Iranians. In Armenia, this delicious and fatty food, which consists of the head, legs, brain and fat of sheep, is eaten with freshly grated garlic, lemon juice or vinegar, and lavash bread.

We suggest that if you travel to Armenia in winter, multiply the pleasure of your trip by eating hot kash.