AFGHANI FOOD - 2020 | AFGHAN SOUP (SHORWA) Recipe | شوروا افغانی | AFGHAN STREET FOOD - 2020

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often more affordable.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils provide similar protein and fiber at a lower cost.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients while being similarly priced.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro adds freshness, while spinach is often less expensive.

Heat water in a large pot over medium heat until simmering.

Add beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped carrots and potatoes; cook for another 5 minutes.

Incorporate diced tomatoes, garlic, and ginger; simmer for 10 minutes.

Sprinkle in coriander, cumin, and black pepper; mix well.

Season with salt and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until meat is tender.

Add chickpeas and green chili; cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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