Achik Chuchuk – Uzbek Tomato & Pepper Salad

Achik Chuchuk is a simple Uzbek tomato & pepper salad that is really quick and easy to make and is usually served with Uzbek dishes such as Plov, Shashlik or Kazan kabob. Due to the abundance of vegetables grown in Uzbekistan, you will always find fresh salads served alongside hot dishes. The pepper used in this recipe is usually a long light green pepper that is also known as a Banana Pepper, Yellow wax pepper or Banana chilli pepper. This mild yet tangy pepper adds a kick to pizza or sandwiches and can also sometimes vary in colour. It's not as thick as a bell pepper and the skin is much softer. If you don't have them, it's ok to substitute them with the softer green baby bell peppers or cucumber. If you like chilli, you can even experiment with green chilli pepper.

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