Armenia is a land full of tasty dishes. Barbecue (Khorovats in Armenia) is the most popular dish in Armenia and Armenians adore preparing and eating it: they even have a festival dedicated to Barbecue.
Barbecue or Khorovats?
Barbecue, known as Khorovats in Armenia is a unique dish with a unique taste, which is prepared in a unique way. During centuries Armenians developed their way of preparing Khorovats and now you can enjoy the best barbecue – Khorovats in Armenia.
Armenian barbecue recipe
The first thing that you will need during Khorovats preparation is a man who knows how to make Khorovats (Khorovats making is not a female). Then you will need these ingredients:
1. Meat (pork)
For marinating the meat
1. Onions,
2. black, red pepper
3. dried basil (greens)
4. Salt
Traditional Armenian Khorovats
Traditional Armenian Khorovats is prepared on “mangal” (a grilling apparatus that works with the flaming coals of fire made out of wood). Khorovats in made on the flaming coals, not on the fire.
Barbecue Festival Armenia
Barbecue festival is one of the tastiest festivals in Armenia! During this festival, people have an amazing chance to taste the best Khorovats in Armenia. Cooks from all over Armenia cook and represent their Khorvats to the taste of the visitors.
Khrovats Festival 2018
In 2018 Khorovats Festival takes place:
Date: August 18-19
Place: Akhtala, Lori Province
The festival is going to be accompanied by Armenian music, dances and many competitions and games.
Visit Armenia during the Barbecue festival and boast to have tasted the best barbecue in the whole world!
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