Rashid Gabdulhakov

Plovism is my philosophy to life. Named after Central Asia's most famous dish - plov - it is rooted in celebrating diversity, hospitality and harmony.

I view this website as a virtual choykhona (Central Asian tea house) - a space where local, regional and global affairs are discussed over tasty meals.

Thank you for stopping by and a warm welcome!

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When times are busy, samsa is still easy

Rashid

Nov 11, 2020
2 min

When times are busy, samsa is still easy

Fifteen minutes for prep is all you need, samsa will bake itself, and you can grade another paper, or do whatever else you have to do.

Rashid

Nov 9, 2020
2 min

Quince preserves: The taste of autumn

This preserve is just magical. Quince turns into amber! The mandarin peel is such a nice touch. What a perfect later-autumn/winter flavour!

Rashid

Nov 1, 2020
1 min

VIDEO: Teaching you TWO types of plov

Learn how to make Oshi Sofi and Namangan-style plov. VIDEO

Rashid

Oct 26, 2020
3 min

Why is pLOVE so important?

Plov belongs to everyone who can cook it, or enjoy eating it.

Lo and behold: Plov cook-off is underway. Also, "Oshi Sofi" by Farkhod!!!

Rashid

Sep 30, 2020
3 min

Lo and behold: Plov cook-off is underway. Also, "Oshi Sofi" by Farkhod!!!

In this crazy "new normal" connecting with friends and family is essential. Cooking plov online with by BFF.

The world's first floating dairy farm is in Rotterdam

Rashid

Jul 30, 2020
2 min

The world's first floating dairy farm is in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a city that makes the future happen. Here is the world's first (and only?) floating dairy farm.

Rashid

Jul 18, 2020
2 min

Plov recipe on plovism

Make plov, no matter what! There is always a way, even if you are far away from your home.

Rashid

Jul 9, 2020
1 min

Bibimbap: new photos

New photos! I had to go to the 'Amazing Oriental' store and buy the real pot to make my favourite dolsot-bibimbap.

Let' make some Russian crepes 'blini'. VIDEO recipe!

Rashid

Jul 6, 2020
1 min

Let' make some Russian crepes 'blini'. VIDEO recipe!

Blini! Thin, elastic, porous, sweet or savoury - these magical little pieces of sunshine are incredibly delicious and super easy to make.

Rashid

Jun 30, 2020
2 min

Borsch me like a hurricane

Here is my take on borsch. I'm surprised I didn't walkway with plov while making it...

Uzbek Samsa - delicious meat pockets - home version. VIDEO recipe!

Rashid

Jun 28, 2020
3 min

Uzbek Samsa - delicious meat pockets - home version. VIDEO recipe!

Should the absence of tandyr stop you from making this amazing treat? Of course not! Here is a simple recipe to try.

Magic in the pot: Communal meals with individual approaches

Rashid

Jun 23, 2020
3 min

Magic in the pot: Communal meals with individual approaches

A large company with different tastes? You can share a communal meal, and make sure that everyone gets exactly what they want.

Crimean Tatars and the gift of 'Chebureki'. A dangerous recipe!

Rashid

Jun 18, 2020
4 min

Crimean Tatars and the gift of 'Chebureki'. A dangerous recipe!

As you bite in and hear the dough crisp, the juices begin to drip down your elbows. You better wear a bib...

Central Asian Koreans and their gastronomic gifts. Plus, some bibimbap.

Rashid

Jun 15, 2020
4 min

Central Asian Koreans and their gastronomic gifts. Plus, some bibimbap.

This post is intended to spotlight the Korean diaspora and its incredible role in the great puzzle of Central Asian mosaic.

Rashid

Jun 5, 2020
3 min

VIDEO recipe! All you need is p-love!

Plov - the king and queen of Central Asian cuisine. Here is how to make one of the many varieties!

VIDEO! Crazy simple and simply magic Uzbek cuisine: "Basma" (pressed)

Rashid

Jun 5, 2020
1 min

VIDEO! Crazy simple and simply magic Uzbek cuisine: "Basma" (pressed)

An amazing dish from the Uzbek cuisine. Basma is so simple to make, it literally cooks itself. Despite simplicity, the dish is fantastic!

Why you should be cooking during your college years

Rashid

Jan 25, 2020
3 min

Why you should be cooking during your college years

COVID-19 pandemic revealed the very true value of developing solid cooking skills – when in lockdown, you can survive.

Rashid Gabdulhakov

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