CUISINE

Afghan Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey through Afghanistan with ShinyRecipe. Uncover the secrets of fragrant pilafs, hearty stews, and unique spice blends. Our guide provides genuine recipes, insights into traditional ingredients, and time-honored cooking methods to help you recreate the distinctive flavors of Afghan cooking in your own home.

Afghan Chapli Kabob with Tomatoes and Onions
Dinner

Afghan Chapli Kabob with Tomatoes and Onions

Medium • 45 min

Afghan Bolani: Pan-Fried Flatbread with Potato and Leek Filling
Breakfast

Afghan Bolani: Pan-Fried Flatbread with Potato and Leek Filling

Medium • 50 min

Creamy Afghan Firni with Pistachios and Saffron
Dessert

Creamy Afghan Firni with Pistachios and Saffron

Easy • 30 min

Afghan Halwa-e-Zardak: Spiced Carrot Halwa with Nuts
Dessert

Afghan Halwa-e-Zardak: Spiced Carrot Halwa with Nuts

Medium • 60 min

Afghan Shorwa-e-Gosht: Hearty Lamb and Vegetable Soup
Lunch

Afghan Shorwa-e-Gosht: Hearty Lamb and Vegetable Soup

Medium • 110 min

Afghan Borani Banjan (Eggplant with Yogurt and Mint Sauce)
Lunch

Afghan Borani Banjan (Eggplant with Yogurt and Mint Sauce)

Medium • 60 min

Afghan Meatball and Rice Pilaf with Cooling Yogurt Sauce
Lunch

Afghan Meatball and Rice Pilaf with Cooling Yogurt Sauce

Medium • 90 min

Afghan Halwa-e-Aurd (Flour Halwa) with Cardamom and Pistachios
Breakfast

Afghan Halwa-e-Aurd (Flour Halwa) with Cardamom and Pistachios

Easy • 25 min

Afghan Ashak: Delicate Leek and Scallion Dumplings with Mint Yogurt Sauce
Lunch

Afghan Ashak: Delicate Leek and Scallion Dumplings with Mint Yogurt Sauce

Medium • 85 min

Afghan Qabuli Pulao with Lamb and Carrots
Dinner

Afghan Qabuli Pulao with Lamb and Carrots

Medium • 120 min

Afghan Bolani (Stuffed Flatbread) with Cooling Yogurt Dip
Breakfast

Afghan Bolani (Stuffed Flatbread) with Cooling Yogurt Dip

Medium • 50 min

Creamy Afghan Firni: Rosewater & Cardamom Rice Pudding
Dessert

Creamy Afghan Firni: Rosewater & Cardamom Rice Pudding

Easy • 40 min

Authentic Afghan Mantu: Steamed Beef Dumplings with Yogurt & Lentil Sauce
Lunch

Authentic Afghan Mantu: Steamed Beef Dumplings with Yogurt & Lentil Sauce

Medium • 105 min

Afghan Sheer Pira: Cardamom & Pistachio Milk Fudge
Dessert

Afghan Sheer Pira: Cardamom & Pistachio Milk Fudge

Easy • 45 min

Afghan Lamb Meatball and Chickpea Stew with Dried Plums (Kofta Chalaw)
Dinner

Afghan Lamb Meatball and Chickpea Stew with Dried Plums (Kofta Chalaw)

Medium • 85 min

Goshe Fil: Afghan Sweet Dumplings with Cardamom Syrup
Dessert

Goshe Fil: Afghan Sweet Dumplings with Cardamom Syrup

Medium • 50 min

Afghan Lamb Kofta and Vegetable Skewers with Yogurt Sauce
Lunch

Afghan Lamb Kofta and Vegetable Skewers with Yogurt Sauce

Medium • 40 min

Afghan Sweet Semolina Cake with Pistachios and Syrup (Basbousa)
Dessert

Afghan Sweet Semolina Cake with Pistachios and Syrup (Basbousa)

Easy • 50 min

Afghan Sweet Fried Doughnuts with Pistachios (Jalebi)
Dessert

Afghan Sweet Fried Doughnuts with Pistachios (Jalebi)

Medium • 45 min

Afghan Halwa-e-Aurd: Spiced Semolina Porridge with Honey & Nuts
Breakfast

Afghan Halwa-e-Aurd: Spiced Semolina Porridge with Honey & Nuts

Easy • 20 min

Shir Yakh: Afghan Sweet Yogurt with Dried Fruits and Nuts
Breakfast

Shir Yakh: Afghan Sweet Yogurt with Dried Fruits and Nuts

Easy • 10 min

Hearty Afghan Lamb and Spinach Stew (Sabzi Chalaw)
Dinner

Hearty Afghan Lamb and Spinach Stew (Sabzi Chalaw)

Medium • 110 min

Afghan Lamb and Lentil Soup (Shir Berenj)
Lunch

Afghan Lamb and Lentil Soup (Shir Berenj)

Medium • 110 min

Afghan Pistachio and Almond Baklava (Baghlava)
Dessert

Afghan Pistachio and Almond Baklava (Baghlava)

Medium • 85 min