Ash (Afghan Noodle Soup) Recipe II آش افغانی

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and cook faster.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein while being tangy.

noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: rice

Whole grain pasta adds fiber, while rice is often more affordable.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and collard greens are often less expensive.

Leave chickpeas and red kidney beans in a pressure cooker with 7-8 cups of water for 35 minutes or until soft.

In a pan, heat oil and add sliced onions, garlic paste, and ginger paste; sauté until onions are translucent.

Add minced beef and cook until browned, then stir in salt, turmeric, black pepper, garam masala, and chili powder.

Add 1/2 cup water and tomato paste, then simmer for a few minutes.

In another pot, heat oil and add sliced onions, garlic paste, and ginger paste; sauté until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and chopped chili, then season with salt, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, curry powder, and chili powder.

Add water and tomato paste, then cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes.

In a separate pot, bring 1.5 liters of water to a boil, add salt and spaghetti noodles, and cook until tender.

Mix in yogurt and freshly crushed garlic before serving.

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