Traditional Armenian Recipes

Main Course Easy

Harissa: Sacred Armenian Wheat Porridge

Harissa is a traditional Armenian porridge made from wheat and meat, slow-cooked for hours until creamy. It holds deep cultural and religious significance, especially on feast days.

390 min 10 servings

Main Course Medium

Lahmajoun: Armenian Flatbread Pizza

Lahmajoun is a thin, crispy flatbread topped with spiced minced meat, vegetables, and herbs—often called Armenian pizza. It's rolled up with fresh vegetables and eaten by hand.

60 min 8 servings

Main Course Medium

Dolma: Armenian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Dolma is one of the most beloved Armenian dishes—tender grape leaves wrapped around a savory filling of meat, rice, and aromatic herbs. This traditional recipe has been passed down through generations.

150 min 6 servings

Gluten-Free

Main Course Hard

Ishli Kufta (Stuffed Bulgur Shells)

Ishli Kufta features torpedo-shaped shells made from fine bulgur and lean beef, stuffed with a savory mixture of ground meat, onions, and pine nuts. They can be served fried until crispy or boiled in broth, and represent the sophisticated culinary traditions of Cilician Armenians.

90 min 6 servings

Main Course Hard

Manti (Armenian Dumplings)

Manti are tiny boat-shaped dumplings filled with spiced lamb or beef, baked until crispy, and served with garlic yogurt and tomato sauce. This labor-intensive dish is a symbol of Armenian hospitality, with the saying that a skilled cook should fit 40 manti on a single spoon.

135 min 6 servings

Main Course Medium

Lahmajoun (Armenian Flatbread)

Lahmajoun is a traditional Armenian thin flatbread topped with a spiced mixture of finely minced meat, vegetables, and herbs. Often called 'Armenian pizza,' it's baked until crisp and typically served with lemon wedges and fresh herbs for wrapping.

50 min 8 servings

Main Course Medium

Armenian Dolma (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

Traditional Armenian dolma features tender grape leaves stuffed with a savory mixture of ground lamb, rice, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices, simmered in a lemony broth. This cherished dish is a centerpiece of Armenian family gatherings and celebrations.

150 min 8 servings

Gluten-Free

Main Course Medium

Harissa (Armenian Wheat and Chicken Porridge)

Harissa is a traditional Armenian porridge made from shelled wheat berries and chicken, slow-cooked for hours until it reaches a creamy, uniform consistency. This hearty dish is often prepared for communal gatherings and special occasions, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and sometimes warm spices, then finished with browned butter.

390 min 6 servings

Main Course Medium

Khorovats (Armenian Barbecue)

Traditional Armenian grilled meat skewers, typically made with lamb or beef, marinated in a savory blend of onion, tomato, and herbs. A centerpiece of Armenian gatherings, cooked over open flame for distinctive smoky flavor.

55 min 6 servings

Gluten-Free