Ajika facts for kids
Red Adjika
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| Alternative names | Adjika |
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| Course | Dip |
| Place of origin | Georgia |
| Region or state | Abkhazia, Samegrelo |
| Main ingredients | Red peppers, garlic, herbs and spices, salt, and walnut |
Ajika, also spelled adjika, is a tasty and spicy dip from the countries of Georgia and Abkhazia. People often use it to add a lot of flavor to their food. It's known for being hot but also having a special, subtle taste. In 2018, the way Ajika is made became part of Georgia's important cultural heritage. This means it's a traditional skill that is valued and protected.
What is Ajika?
The name Ajika comes from the Abkhaz word аџьыка, which means "salt". This is because salt is a key ingredient in this flavorful mix.
What's in Ajika?
Traditional Ajika from Abkhazia is made by boiling hot red peppers. Other important ingredients include garlic, different herbs, and spices. Some common spices are coriander and dill. Another special spice is blue fenugreek. This herb is usually found only in mountain areas, like the Alps or the Caucasus. Of course, salt and walnuts are also added to the mix.
Different Forms of Ajika
Ajika can come in different forms. There is a dry version that looks like small red clumps. These clumps are mixed with a looser powder of spices. You can often find homemade Ajika at market stalls. These markets are common in the Caucasus region and in a part of Russia called the Krasnodar Krai.
Traditional Ajika does not include Tomatoes. However, some companies make and sell different kinds of Ajika. These versions might have tomatoes or tomato paste in them. You can find these commercial Ajika products in supermarkets in Russia and Ukraine.
Types of Ajika
Many kinds of Ajika look and feel a lot like red pesto from Italy. While Ajika is usually red, you can also find green Ajika. Green Ajika is made using peppers that are not yet ripe.
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Mingrelian ajika
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Green ajika
See also
In Spanish: Muhammara para niños
