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Nutritional Values
240kcal
6gProtein
42gCarbs
5gFat
6gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Zhingyalov Hats
How to order / say it
Say it
Ժինգյալով հաց — [zing-ya-lov hats]
Order
I'll have the Zhingyalov Hats, please.
Locally
Կխնդրեմ ժինգյալով հաց:
Say locally
Flatbread stuffed with a variety of herbs.
Why try it?
Represents Yerevan's resourceful cooking that utilizes fresh, local herbs in delightful ways.
How it tastes
The vibrant blend of mixed herbs wrapped in soft dough creates a fresh and aromatic bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1890
In the late 19th century, this dish emerged as a way to incorporate seasonal herbs into daily meals in Yerevan.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g flour
- 🌾 150 ml water
- 🧂 5 g salt
- 🥕 200 g mixed herbs
- 🫒 20 ml oil
Method
- 1 Mix flour, water, and salt to form a soft dough.
- 2 Roll dough flat, fill with chopped herbs, and fold.
- 3 Grill on a hot surface until golden brown.
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