Mashawa (Afghan Mixed Bean Stew)
- 🌰 1.5 cups mixed chickpeas, soaked for 2 hours in hot water
- 🫘 1.5 cups mixed red kidney beans, soaked for 2 hours in hot water
- 🌾 1.5 cups barley, soaked for 2 hours in hot water
- 🌿 1.5 cups whole green urad mung lentil, soaked in water and boiled
- 🥄 6-8 tablespoons oil, any neutral cooking oil
- 🧅 2 medium onions, sliced
- 🧄 2 tablespoons Laziza International Garlic & Ginger Paste
- 🍅 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- ✨ 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 🧂 Salt
- 🌶️ 1 green chili pepper, chopped
- 🍃 Fresh coriander/cilantro, chopped
- 💧 2-3 cups hot water
- 🥛 1/2 cup Astro Original 2% Yogurt Nature
Mashawa is a hearty and wholesome Afghan mixed bean stew that combines chickpeas, red kidney beans, barley, and urad mung lentils with a rich blend of spices and aromatic ingredients. Finished with a touch of yogurt, this dish is perfect as a standalone meal, offering both warmth and a delightful taste of Afghan cuisine.
Mashawa is a hearty and wholesome Afghan mixed bean stew that combines chickpeas, red kidney beans, barley, and urad mung lentils with a rich blend of spices and aromatic ingredients. Finished with a touch of yogurt, this dish is perfect as a standalone meal, offering both warmth and a delightful taste of Afghan cuisine.
Ingredients
🌰 1.5 cups mixed chickpeas, soaked for 2 hours in hot water
🫘 1.5 cups mixed red kidney beans, soaked for 2 hours in hot water
🌾 1.5 cups barley, soaked for 2 hours in hot water
🌿 1.5 cups whole green urad mung lentil, soaked in water and boiled
🥄 6-8 tablespoons oil, any neutral cooking oil
🧅 2 medium onions, sliced
🧄 2 tablespoons Laziza International Garlic & Ginger Paste
🍅 2 medium tomatoes, diced
✨ 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
🧂 Salt
🌶️ 1 green chili pepper, chopped
🍃 Fresh coriander/cilantro, chopped
💧 2-3 cups hot water
🥛 1/2 cup Astro Original 2% Yogurt Nature
Instructions
1- Prepare Ingredients:
- Soak the chickpeas, red kidney beans, and barley together in hot water for 2 hours.
- Separately soak the whole green urad mung lentils in water.
2- Sauté Onions:
- In a pressure cooker, heat 6-8 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and sauté for about 6 minutes until golden brown.
3- Add Aromatics:
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of Laziza Garlic & Ginger Paste, letting it blend with the onions.
4- Cook Tomatoes and Spices:
- Add diced tomatoes and cook until they become mushy.
- Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder and salt.
5- Combine Beans and Barley:
- Add the pre-soaked chickpeas, red kidney beans, and barley to the pressure cooker.
- Stir in chopped fresh coriander and chopped green chili peppers.
6- Pressure Cook:
- Pour 2-3 cups of hot water over the mixture.
- Close the pressure cooker, cook for 15-20 minutes (around 8-10 whistles).
- For a regular pot, simmer for 45-60 minutes until tender.
7- Cook Lentils Separately:
- Simultaneously, boil the soaked whole green urad mung lentils in a separate Lagostina saucepan for 15 minutes, or until soft.
8- Combine and Finish:
- Once the pressure cooker releases steam, open and check consistency. Add extra water if needed.
- Stir in the boiled lentils.
9- Add Yogurt and Serve:
- Mix 1/2 cup of Astro Original Yogurt Nature, stirring well as you bring the stew to a boil.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Total Time: 90 minutes
Servings: 6
Equipment: Pressure Cooker (Stainless steel), Lagostina Saucepan, Electric Cooktop, Wooden Stirring Utensils, Measuring Cups & Spoons
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: Approx. 320
Proteins: 12g
Fats: 15g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Cooking Tips
- Ensure beans and barley soak adequately to ensure tenderness.
- Cooking lentils separately preserves their color and texture.
- Adjust stew consistency by adding more water if needed.
- Enjoy with or without toast.
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Mashawa (Afghan Mixed Bean Stew)
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