Mshosh

Mshosh
Mshosh, a festive dish from Van
Alternative namesVana Mshosh
TypeTraditional dish
CourseSide dish, main dish, appetizer
Place of originArmenia
Region or stateWestern Armenia
Associated cuisineArmenian cuisine
Main ingredientsLentils or beans, onions, walnuts, dried apricots, vegetable oil
Ingredients generally usedSalt, black pepper, parsley
VariationsWith pumpkin, green beans, or beets

Mshosh (Armenian: մշոշ, Armenian pronunciation: [mʃɔʃ]) is a traditional Armenian dish made from lentils or beans with the addition of onions, walnuts, and dried apricots. It is eaten both hot and cold, can be served as a side dish or as a standalone dish, and may also be used as an appetizer spread on lavash.