Afghani Ay Khanum

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant heart of Afghan cuisine with Afghani Ay Khanum, a beloved dumpling dish from Mazar-i-Sharif. These delightful dumplings, made with homemade dough, are filled with savory goodness and offer a comforting taste of Afghan hospitality.

Ingredients

🥩 500g ground lamb or beef, preferably from a trusted local butcher
🧅 1 large onion, finely chopped
🌿 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🌾 2 cups all-purpose flour
💧 1 cup water
🧈 2 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter, some brands like Organic Valley are recommended
🍅 2 cups tomato sauce, preferably Mutti
🥄 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
🍋 Fresh lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1- Prepare the Dough:

• In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and water to form a smooth dough. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until elastic.
• Cover and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

2- Prepare the Filling:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, chopped onion, cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper.
• Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

3- Assemble the Dumplings:

• Divide the dough into small balls. Roll each ball out on a lightly floured surface into thin circles.
• Place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, and seal the edges by pinching them together.

4- Cook the Dumplings:

• Heat ghee in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the cumin seeds for about 30 seconds until aromatic.
• Add the dumplings to the skillet without overcrowding. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
• Pour the tomato sauce over the dumplings, cover, and let them simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.

5- Serve:

• Transfer the cooked dumplings to a serving platter. Drizzle some of the sauce from the pan over the top.
• Garnish with fresh lemon wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Calories: 450
Proteins: 25g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Equipment: Rolling pin, Large mixing bowl, Skillet (suggested brand: Lodge Cast Iron Skillet)

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the dough is rolled out evenly to avoid thick spots.
• Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper.

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Afghani Ay Khanum

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