What is Korean-Uzbek Food?

Korean-Uzbek cuisine is a fascinating fusion born from one of history's most significant cultural exchanges. In the 1930s and 1940s, a large Korean community settled in Uzbekistan, bringing their culinary traditions to Central Asia. Over decades, these two rich food cultures merged into something entirely unique.

The result is dishes like Kuk Su — a cold noodle soup that blends Korean noodle-making techniques with Uzbek flavors and ingredients. Or Pyagodya, Korean-style steamed dumplings adapted with Central Asian fillings. These dishes exist in a culinary space that's neither purely Korean nor purely Uzbek.

At Caravan, our family has roots in both traditions. We're proud to bring these exclusive dishes to Staten Island — many of which you simply cannot find at any other restaurant in New York. When you taste our Kuk Su or enjoy our Korean-style salads alongside Uzbek kebabs, you're experiencing a living history of the Silk Road.