Qutab is Azerbaijani cuisine's favorite light snack. A thin dough filled with herbs, meat, or pumpkin, then pan-fried on a saj. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light lunch. Traditionally served with yogurt. In Baku you'll find qutab both in full restaurants and specialty qutab shops. Price: 1.5 to 4 AZN per piece.
Also spelled: qutab, gutab, kutab
Recommended places
1 Qaynana Restoranı 2 Art Club Restaurant 3 La Quzu 4 Dolma Restaurant 5 Nərgiz Restoranı 6 Green Garden 145 7 Çanaqqala Restoranı 8 Metropol 145Frequently asked questions
Where can I try the best qutab in Baku?
The most recommended spots for Qutab in Baku are Qaynana Restoranı, Art Club Restaurant, La Quzu and Dolma Restaurant. The list is based on real user reviews.
What kinds of qutab are there?
Three main types: herb, meat, and pumpkin.
Is qutab a breakfast or lunch food?
Both. It's versatile: breakfast with tea, lunch with soup, or a light evening snack.
How do I reheat qutab?
A dry skillet or saj works best. Microwave ruins the crispness.