Lamb Chop Marinade Inspired by Traditional Afghan Flavors
This is a super quick lamb chop marinade. Picture of lamb chops in a skillet Why Use Lemon Juice and Cumin in a Marinade? Why use lemon in a marinade? Lemon juice helps to tenderize the lamb while also adding a tangy flavor. Combined with the cumin, it makes a...
Pumpkin Bolani – Afghan Bolani Kadoo
If you’re looking for a unique and delicious Afghan dish to add to your repertoire, pumpkin bolani is the perfect option! This traditional bread is stuffed with pumpkin, making it perfect for autumn or winter. We also enjoy bolani stuffed with leeks or potatoes.
Shireen Palaw: Jeweled Rice Recipe
a dish of shireen palaw Fall is in the air, so it's time for some delicious rice dishes! One of our favorites is shireen palaw, a sweet rice dish served in Afghanistan and Iran. This dish generally has orange or other fruits and nuts, making it perfect for the fall or...
Instant Pot Recipes: Afghan Classics Made Easy.
Instant Pot makes everything easy. Afghan food is delicious but often takes a long time to make. Using the Instant Pot to make Afghan recipes more accessible to busy moms is one of my main missions. Here are all of my Instant Pot recipes for afghan food. If you found...
Afghan Tomato Chutney: Chatni Recipe
We have the best sauces, and Afghan tomato chutney is no different. It goes well with any dish you can think of. What is Chutney? Chutney is a type of sauce that is made from various fruits or vegetables. If you are not Afghan, you've probably eaten or heard of...
Bolani Pizza Recipe: Afghans know best.
a picture of bolani pizza If you are looking for a bolani pizza recipe, that's impressive. If you come across this recipe because you want to make bolani, give this pizza a try. It is crispy, tangy, and delicious. What is Bolani? If you have not made bolani before,...
How to Make Masala Chai – Two Ways
Want to know how to make masala chai? I have two easy recipes on how to make this delicious heart-warming chai.
Instant Pot Chicken: Afghan Chicken Ghorma
Instant pot chicken recipes are so helpful. This recipe allows you to cook not only the chicken, but the rice in the Instant Pot, too.
Shorwa e Pacha – Cow’s Foot Soup
Shorwa e pacha is cow’s foot soup. The Instant Pot makes it a quick recipe full of bone broth nutrients. Great for a cold day.
Afghan Cooks Interviewed by New Lines Magazine
I was interviewed by New Lines Magazine. We discussed growing up as an immigrant in the US and experiencing Thanksgiving.