Discover Afghan cuisine โ hearty rice dishes, tender lamb, savory dumplings, and the legendary Kabuli Palaw.
4 recipes
Afghan cuisine is the unsung hero of Central Asian cooking. Sharing deep roots with Persian and Indian traditions, it has a distinct identity built around generous rice dishes, slow-braised meats, and hand-crafted dumplings (mantu, aushak). Kabuli Palaw โ fragrant rice with carrots, raisins, and lamb โ is the national dish and a symbol of Afghan hospitality.
mediumAfghan ยท Soups
Shorwa-e Murgh is a comforting Afghan chicken soup gently spiced with turmeric and finished with bright lemon. Itโs commonly served as a light meal with bread, especially in colder months and for family gatherings.

Afghan ยท Soups
Aush is a beloved Afghan noodle soup enriched with beans, herbs, and warming spices, then finished with garlicky yogurt. Itโs commonly served as a comforting family meal, especially in cooler months, with a bright herb topping and a gentle tang.