Uzbequistão

O que comer em Samarkand

Samarkand’s cuisine blends Persian, Turkic and Russian influences, centered on hearty rice dishes and fragrant spices. Street stalls and bazaars offer quick bites alongside family‑style meals.

Pratos locais para provar

Plov

Rich rice pilaf with meat, carrots and oil, served at lunch in homes and restaurants.

Non

Round, slightly sour flatbread baked in a tandoor, eaten with every meal.

Shashlik

Skewered lamb or chicken, grilled over charcoal, common at bazaars and evening gatherings.

Manti

Meat‑filled dough parcels steamed in a pot, served with yogurt sauce for lunch.

Samsa

Triangular baked pastries filled with meat or pumpkin, sold by street vendors.

Lagman

Hand‑pulled noodles in a spicy broth with vegetables, popular in winter cafés.

Choykhona tea

Strong black tea brewed in a samovar, offered throughout the day, often with sweets.

Kompot

Cold sweetened fruit infusion, a refreshing non‑alcoholic option in summer.

Onde comer

1
Siyob Bazaar
Try plov, shashlik and fresh fruit in the bustling market near the Registan.
2
Registan Square vicinity
Street stalls around the historic square serve manti, samsa and tea for quick bites.
3
Bazarova Street
Known for lagman bowls and local pastries, frequented by students and locals.

Fotos: Wikipédia / Wikimedia Commons

Dicas para comer fora

Lunch (12‑14 h) is the main meal; many places close after lunch and reopen for dinner.
Leave a small tip (5‑10 %) if service is good; cash is preferred.
Reserve larger restaurants for groups, especially on weekends.