Dovga

Dovga (Azerbaijani: Dovğа) is an Azerbaijani soup made from plain yoghurt and herbs.^[1] Traditionally, it is served as a wedding soup and is introduced between courses of meat, intended to boost digestion.^[2][3][4]

Place of originAzerbaijan

Main ingredientsYogurt, flour, rice, egg, spinach, dill, coriander, mint

Food energy
(per serving)

150 kcal (630 kJ)

Similar dishesDoghramaj

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Dovga

Place of origin	Azerbaijan
Main ingredients	Yogurt, flour, rice, egg, spinach, dill, coriander, mint
Food energy (per serving)	150 kcal (630 kJ)
Similar dishes	Doghramaj
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Dovga is a soup that is cooked with a variety of herbs. While its ingredients can vary seasonally and regionally, the soup usually includes coriander, dill, mint, and spinach.^[3] The soup is sometimes cooked with rice, chickpeas, and meatballs.^[2][5][6] It is often served warm in winter or chilled in summer.^[2][6]