Family Azerbaijani Spiced Fish Pastry

Assemble the ingredients: fish, black pepper, carrot, tomato, turmeric, butter, salt.

Warm oil in a heavy pot. Add the fish and cook until spiced.

Stir in the aromatics and spices — the backbone of Azerbaijani flavors.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning; the flavor should deepen as it cooks.

Plate and serve with traditional Azerbaijani accompaniments such as bread, rice, or fresh herbs.