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How to make Pakawra (Afghan Potato Fritters recipe)
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 the savory Indian snack Pakora and is renowned for its crispy texture and delicious taste. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a…
Mast recipe (Homemade Yogurt: A Healthy Tradition)
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 mast recipe was no family secret; it was simple and had been passed down for generations in Persian households. Over the years, I have come to…
Palak Sabzi (Sabzi Palak-Afghan Spinach Curry
Sabzi Palak is a traditional Afghan recipe made with spinach leaves. It is easy and quick to prepare. This dish is usually served with Afghani bread or Afghani rice, also known as Afghani chalaw. A pinch of baking soda is added to give the spinach a bright, beautiful color, and a small amount of fenugreek…
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…
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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through…
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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may…
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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small…
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…