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Gatyk

gatyk

sour set milk eaten with bread and stirred into soups

Turkmenistan Cheese & dairy Vegetarian

Your guide, Chef Baku
Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

Cultured cow or sheep milk; diluted with water and salt it becomes a summer drink.

Frequently asked questions

What is Gatyk?

Gatyk is a cheese & dairy from Turkmenistan: sour set milk eaten with bread and stirred into soups. Cultured cow or sheep milk; diluted with water and salt it becomes a summer drink.

Made with

yoghurtmilk

Cooked

fermented

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