Looking for a warm, filling Afghan dish that’s packed with protein and flavor? You’ll love Mashawa. It’s a rich and hearty soup made with meatballs, beans, lentils, and wheat. Each layer adds depth and comfort. It’s one of those dishes that fills your kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes everyone ask, “What are…
Afghani Aash: A Comforting Afghan Dish You Can Make at Home
Looking for a hearty Afghan dish that brings warmth, tradition, and bold flavor to your table? Afghani Aash might be just what you’re craving. This dish is one of Afghanistan’s most beloved meals. It’s served at family gatherings, special occasions, and during cold evenings. It blends soft noodles, a rich tomato-bean broth, tangy yogurt sauce,…
How to Make Doogh – The Iconic Persian Yogurt Beverage
Afghanistan is renowned for its warm hospitality and rich culinary traditions, and no beverage captures this spirit quite like Afghan doogh. In some conversations, you might even hear it compared to a Persian drink doogh, highlighting the shared history and delicious similarities between the regions. Yet, the Afghan version carries its own unique flavor profile…
How to make korma challow
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. In the heart of Afghanistan, amidst the rugged mountains and ancient cities, lies a culinary treasure that has been a part of its culture for centuries: Korma Challow. This…
Coriander chutney
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. On a sunny Sunday afternoon, you decide to make something zesty and refreshing in your cozy kitchen. The story of Coriander Chutney unfolds with you at its center. You…
How to make Pakawra (Afghan Potato Fritters recipe)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. In the heart of Afghanistan, there’s a beloved appetizer known as Pakawra, a dish that’s become a symbol of joy at many gatherings. This delicacy shares its roots with…
Yakhni Soup (veal soup with vegetables)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. When you’re feeling under the weather, your body craves something nourishing and comforting to help boost your immune system. This is where the Yakhni soup, known affectionately as the…
Gosh e Feel Recipe: Crispy Afghan Cookie Delight
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. In a cozy kitchen filled with the rich scents of cardamom and sugar, a culinary journey began. It was an adventure not just in baking but in embracing heritage…
Mast recipe (Homemade Yogurt: A Healthy Tradition)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. Growing up in a multicultural home, one of the traditions I cherished the most was watching my mother prepare yogurt, or as she lovingly referred to it, “mast”. Her…
Afghani pasta
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. So, you’re miles away from your homeland, and nostalgia kicks in, particularly for the food. You find yourself daydreaming about Ashak, those incredible Afghan dumplings filled with chives that…
Snowy Delight: Crafting Homemade sheer yakh on a Winter’s Day
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. In the vibrant streets of Afghanistan, an age-old treat thrives: sheer yakh, their special ice cream. It’s not just food, but a journey through time, showcasing Afghan spirit and…
Manto recipe
Manto recipe is one of the most popular recipes in Afghanistan and it is just another name for delicious meat dumplings
Shorwa (Afghan delicious soup)
In the lively and aromatic kitchens of Afghanistan, the preparation of Shorwa unfolds, a hearty symphony that combines the rustic simplicity of ingredients with the magic of time-honored culinary techniques. Shorwa, meaning soup in Dari, is an embodiment of Afghan gastronomy – wholesome, flavorsome, and richly comforting. The journey begins with a selection of meats….
Palak Sabzi (Sabzi Palak-Afghan Spinach Curry
Spinach is a high source of fiber and low in calories. It is also filled with vitamins and iron, which makes it one of the most nutrient-rich vegetables. There are many health benefits to eating spinach regularly. It has antioxidant properties, supports eye health, helps prevent cancer, and can lower blood pressure levels. Sabzi Palak…
Haft Mewa for Afghan New Year
Nowruz is the Afghanistan and Iranian New Year, which falls on or around March 21 on the Gregorian calendar and marks the beginning of spring. In Afghanistan, people prepare many delicious dishes for Nowruz, and one of the most popular is called “Haft Mewa.” This dish is a mixture of seven different dried fruits and…
CHAPLI KABAB AFGHAN RECIPE
Origins of Chapli kabab afghan recipe Let’s take a quick look at the origin of chapli kabab afghan recipe Chapli kabab is also called Peshwari kabab as it originated from Peshawar Pakistan. It is a Mughlai influenced recipe. Mughlai cuisine are part of Indo-Persian cultural. But Why kabab is called chapli? The word chapli in…
Char masala (Spice mix for Afghan Rice Recipes)
Char masala is a blend that consists of black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, black cardamom, green cardamom, and cumin, specifically handcrafted for Afghan rice dishes. Afghanistan’s national dish, Kabuli Pulao, cannot be cooked without this spice mix. The Importance of Char Masala in Kabuli Pulao Char masala, a crucial element in Afghan cuisine, brings a unique…
kabuli pulao recipe
Kabuli Pulao is a dish Afghans simply cannot live without. Known as the national dish of Afghanistan, it is named after Kabul, the country’s capital. No celebration or family gathering feels complete without this flavorful and aromatic rice dish. While Kabuli Pulao isn’t difficult to make, it does involve a few important steps to get…
How to make Apple Jam at home (Muraba Seb)
I’m sure we’ve all heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples are packed with health benefits and taste absolutely delicious. Making Apple Jam (Muraba Seb) is a great way to preserve apples and add a burst of flavor to your morning toast or whenever you’re craving something sweet, healthy, and…
Carrot jam recipe Persian: Murabba e Zardak
Excited to share this delicious and sweet breakfast recipe—Carrot Jam, also known as Morabba e Zardak. It’s easy to make, fresh, and full of flavor. Made from fresh carrots, this jam is perfect with cardamom tea and bread in the morning, or any time you’re craving something sweet yet wholesome. Carrot jam is flavored with…
Kofta Challow (Afghan Meatballs with Rice)
Kofta Afghani recipe is one of the delightful dishes usually served with basmati rice, a delicious combination called Kofta Challow. “Kofta” in the Persian language means “meatballs” and “challow” means “rice,” hence the name Kofta Challow, or Meatballs with Rice. Kofta is easy to make and full of rich aroma and flavor. You can use…
Kofta Afghani Recipe (how to make tasty meatballs)
Kofta Afghani recipe is one of the delightful dishes usually served with basmati rice or bread. It is easy to make and full of rich aroma and flavor. You can use ground beef or veal to make them. They are cooked by steaming in a tasty tomato sauce. The meatballs are made from scratch, and…
How to make Afghani rice (Afghani CHALAW)
Afghani rice, also known as Afghani Chalaw, is a traditional Afghan dish typically served as a side with various vegetarian or non-vegetarian curries. In any Afghan household, knowing how to make Afghani rice is essential since it is a staple served daily in nearly all families. This dish is surprisingly simple to prepare. First, basmati…
Bolani Afghani
Bolani Afghani is a flatbread fried with a vegetable filling. It has a thin crust and is traditionally stuffed with chives or potatoes. For our recipe, we use leeks for the filling, since chives are not readily available where we live in Canada. Bolani Afghani is usually made for special occasions, where friends and family…
Ashak (Afghani Chives/Leek Dumplings)
Ashak is an authentic Afghani recipe that is usually served on holidays or at special gatherings. It is often prepared with help from the entire family, as everyone sits together to fill the dumplings. Traditionally, Ashak is made with chives. However, since chives are an herb and can be hard to find depending on where…
How to make Qurooti (Afghan bread pudding)
Afghans love their bread and Quroot; combine the two, and you get everyone’s favorite recipe: Qurooti. Back home, Qurooti is known as a poor man’s dish because bread is inexpensive. Traditionally, all you would add to the bread is Quroot and onions. However, we prepare it a bit differently at home with a few additional…
Red lentils (Dhal Recipe) with Afghani Rice
Red lentils in our dhal recipe are highly nutritious and packed with B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, and potassium. They are an excellent source of protein and low in calories. This dish is quick to prepare and makes a healthy addition to any meal. Since red lentils are rich in protein, they are also a great…
Afghan Breakfast Recipes (Eggs with tomatoes, Rot, Paneer, Khajur & Sheer Chai)
We will make us something good this morning for breakfast…A complete and filling Afghan Breakfast…
Recipes we will make this morning are:
Afghan Sweet Bread (Rot Afghani)
paneer (homemade cheese)
Khajur Recipe (Afghani Khajoor)
Sheer chai afghan (Cardamom Tea with milk)
Fried eggs with tomatoes
طرز تهیه کباب دیگی افغانی
مواد مورد ضرورت کباب دیگی افغانی سه بر چارم حصه گیلاس روغن جواری چاردانه پیاز میده شده یک کیلو گوشت گوساله یک قاشق نانخوری نمک یک قاشق نانخوری مرچ سیاه شش دانه سیر میده شده دو گیلاس آب یک و نیم گیلاس ماست طرز تهیه کباب دیگی افغانی طرز تهیه کباب دیگی افغانی برای پختن…
How to make Kabab Digi Afghani
Afghans are big meat consumers and always prefer it over any vegetarian meal. Meat is more like a luxury for families that are not very well off. Vegetarian meals are much more affordable to make and are cooked more often in any household. In Afghanistan, when you are invited somewhere at least one non-vegetarian meal is usually cooked to welcome the guests. Kabab digi afghani is cooked at home in a pressure cooker.
روت افغانی و چای هیل دار افغانی
مواد لازم برای روت افغانی مواد لازم برای روت افغانی یک گیلاس شیر دو دانه تخم یک قاشق نانخوری خمیر مایه نیم قاشق چای خوری بوره که همراه خمیر مایه در بین آب گرم حل میشود یک گیلاس روغن یک گیلاس بوره نیم قاشق چای خوری بیکن پودر یک قاشق نان خوری هیل میده شده…
کشمش پنیرافغانی
در اینجا ما یک طریقه آسان جور کردن پنیر تازه را در خانه نشان میدهیم در کلچر غذا خوردن افغان ها این نوع پنیر را همراه کشمش یکجا میخورند به همین خاطر به نام کشمش پنیر یاد میشود
kishmish paneer (homemade cheese served with raisins)
In Afghanistan, cheese is served with raisins and is called kishmish paneer …. where kishmish stands for raisin and paneer stands for cheese.
خجور افغانی
مواد لازم خجور افغانی مواد لازم خجور افغانی نیم گیلاس شیر چارم حصه گیلاس روغن دو دانه تخم یک قاشق نانخوری خمیر مایه یک قاشق چای خوری بیکن پودر نیم قاشق نان خوری هیل میده شده یک گیلاس بوره سه گیلاس آرد طرز تهیه خجور افغانی در یک ظرف اولا شیر ، روغن ، تخم،…
Khajur Recipe(Afghani Khajoor)
Khajur Recipe(Afghani Khajoor) is one of the famous pastries in Afghanistan. Among the ingredients, Cardamom is the most important one as it gives it a nice flavor and aroma.
Afghan Sweet Bread (Rot Afghani)
Afghan Sweet bread (Rot Afghani) is everyone favorite …served after food…breakfast or whenever u crave something sweet…What makes the afghan sweet bread(Rot Afghani) special is the addition of Black Caraway seeds and Poppy seeds on top. The bread is given a unique shape by using a fork to make holes in it
Sheer Chai Afghan (Cardamom Tea with milk)
Tea is a beloved beverage in Afghanistan, enjoyed throughout the day in a continuous ritual of refreshment. This cultural tradition is so integral that it even inspired a song—click here to listen!
شیر چای
Click here to Read on the recipe in English Sheer Chai Afghan (Cardamom Tea with milk) مواد لازم برای شیر چای دوگیلاس آب یکی گیلاس شیر دوقاشق نانخوری چای سیاه نیم قاشق چای خوری هیل میده شده طرز تهیه شیر چای اولاً آب را به جوش آورده و چای و هیل را به آن اضافه…
Shir Berenj Recipe (Afghan Rice Pudding)
Shir Berenj Recipe (Afghan Rice Pudding) is a creamy, sweet, and comforting dessert enjoyed in many Afghan homes. While this dessert is popular around the world, each culture has its own unique twist. In Afghan cuisine, the key ingredient is always cardamom. It gives the pudding its signature flavor and aroma. Shir Berenj can be…