Traditional Afghan Bolani Recipe | Nomadic Village Life in Afghanistan

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor while being similarly versatile.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier due to its monounsaturated fats.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers similar nutrients and is often more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a fresh taste and is typically easier to find.

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

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Boil potatoes until tender, then mash them in a bowl.

Add chopped green onions, spinach, cilantro, garlic, cumin, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes.

Mix until well combined and set aside.

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

Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges by pressing down.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry each bolani for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with lemon juice or yogurt on the side.

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