Introduction: Thin, crisp fried pastries dusted with sugar and crushed pistachio, named for their ear-like shape. Cultural Background: Gosh-e-Feel is closely tied to Nowruz celebrations, when Afghan households prepare a variety of fried and sweet pastries to welcome guests over the new year. Tips: Roll the dough as thin as possible — the pastry should […]
Introduction: A rich, fragrant vermicelli pudding simmered in milk with dates, nuts and cardamom, traditionally prepared for Eid morning. Cultural Background: Sheer Khurma is prepared across Afghan households on the morning of Eid, shared with family and visiting guests as one of the first sweets of the celebration. Tips: Toasting the vermicelli first prevents a […]
Introduction: Soft, caramelised pumpkin simmered in a light sauce and served over garlicky yogurt, balancing sweet and savoury. Cultural Background: Borani Kadu is a classic autumn side dish, taking advantage of the season’s sweet pumpkins and pairing them with the cooling tang of yogurt in typical Afghan ‘barani’ style. Tips: Don’t stir too often while […]
Introduction: A dense, lightly sweet cardamom-scented bread traditionally baked for Eid, with a golden, slightly cracked crust. Cultural Background: Roht is strongly associated with Eid celebrations, when households bake large batches to share with family and neighbours as part of the festivities. Tips: Scoring the top helps the bread expand evenly while baking. Test doneness […]