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Bolani Kadoo

Cultural Context

Originating from Afghanistan, Bolani Kadoo is a beloved stuffed flatbread filled with spiced pumpkin. Traditionally enjoyed during gatherings or as a snack, it reflects the resourcefulness of Afghan cuisine, utilizing seasonal ingredients. Today, Bolani has found its way to various cultures, often adapted with different fillings like potatoes or lentils, making it a versatile dish enjoyed around the world.

AfghanAFmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2½ cup all purpose flour
2 tsp or to taste salt
lukewarm water as needed
2 to 3 tbls oil
500g pumpkin or butternut squash
1 big onion
1 tsp or to taste salt
2 tsp crashed coriander seeds
1 tsp chili or chili flakes
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbls oil
oil for frying

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: butternut squash

Sweet potato offers similar sweetness and texture.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

1

Mix flour, salt, and lukewarm water in a bowl until a dough forms.

2

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

3

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

4

Peel and chop pumpkin into small pieces.

5

Boil pumpkin in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes.

6

Drain pumpkin and mash it in a bowl.

7

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

8

Add crashed coriander seeds, chili, and black pepper to the onion, cooking for another 2 minutes.

9

Combine the sautéed mixture with mashed pumpkin, adding salt to taste.

10

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle.

11

Place a spoonful of the pumpkin filling on one half of each circle, then fold over and seal the edges.

12

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry each bolani until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingboilingsautéingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlskilletpotstrainer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Afghan Pumpkin BolaniKadoo Bolani

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