Lavangi

Name: Authentic Azerbaijani Lavangi (Chicken Stuffed with Walnuts and Onions)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Azerbaijan
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs / 1.5-2 kg), cleaned and patted dry; 2 cups walnuts (shelled and coarsely ground); 2 large onions, finely chopped or grated; 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses (or 1/4 cup fresh pomegranate juice mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter; 1/4 cup water; 2 bay leaves (optional, for aroma); Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Lavangi 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Chicken or fish stuffed with walnuts, onions, and spices, baked in clay pots.

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