Uzbekistan is somewhat of an enigma. Not as many travelers visit Central Asia, so Uzbekistan and its wonders remain a mystery to many people. I only know about this country from stories we read about Samarkand and Bukhara and stories from my aunt and uncle who were posted there as part of the Indian embassy. This recipe is from their chef. Plov (or palov), a rice and lamb dish with carrots and spices. It’s great for kids. This dish will be served with Achichuk or tomatoes and onion salad, roasted baby potatoes, and a yogurt and mint dip. This is a gluten-free dish.

Yogurt dip is packaged separately and can be omitted for dairy-free orders.

Ingredients: Lamb, onion, carrot, cumin, turmeric, coriander, chickpeas, raisin, salt, rice, pickled dill, dill leaves, tomato, roasted baby potatoes, yogurt, mint, olive oil, canola oil, sugar, white vinegar.

Tajín Chicken is a bright, fruity chicken with a chili lime kick. It is a juicy grilled chicken you want to enjoy with a glass of beer on an evening at the beach. Tajín is a Mexican seasoning made from dried, ground red chiles, sea salt, and dehydrated lime juice. It is great sprinkled over fresh-cut fruit like mango and pineapple or rimmed on an ice-cold margarita. It is also an easy way to add chile and lime to your favorite grilled meats. In this dish, the lime in the Tajín balances out the sweetness of honey, while the red chiles complement the smoky flavor of the chipotles. We are serving this chicken with a side of corn tortillas, corn off the husk dressed in chipotle aioli and cotija cheese, and divine avocado and tajín sauces that stay in the fridge for three weeks!! This dish is also great for kids who can handle a slight spice kick.

Ingredients: Chicken thighs, honey, orange juice, orange zest, chipotle chilies, adobo sauce, garlic, Tajín seasoning, scallions, cilantro, corn, cotija cheese, avocado, sour cream, mayonnaise, jalapeño, olive oil, and Canola oil.