Ingredients
For 5 servings. All ingredients are generic, never brand names.
- Plain flour3 cups
- Water1 cup
- Leeks, finely chopped500 g
- Minced beef300 g
- Onions2
- Yellow split peas1/2 cup
- Tomato paste2 tbsp
- Yogurt1.5 cups
- Dried mint1 tsp
- Oil4 tbsp
- Salt2 tsp
Method
- DoughKnead and rest the dough 30 minutes.
- SauceFry the onions, add the beef, paste, split peas and 2 cups water and simmer 30 minutes.
- FillingSoften the leeks in 1 tbsp oil for 5 minutes and season.
- Shape and boilFill the rounds, seal and boil 6 to 8 minutes until they float.
- ServeServe on yogurt with the meat sauce and dried mint.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 720 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 26.9 g |
| Carbohydrates | 92.8 g |
| Fat | 26.8 g |
| Fibre | 8.0 g |
| Sugar | 11.5 g |
| Sodium | 1048 mg |
| Saturated fat | 8.1 g |
| Serving size | about 450 g |
Estimated from the ingredients; actual values vary with brands and portion sizes.
Allergens
Contains Milk, Wheat / gluten. Use halal-certified meat and poultry.
Quick answers
How long does Leek Ashak take to make?
About 1 h 45 min in total: 35 min of preparation and 40 min of cooking, plus 30 min resting.
How many calories are in Leek Ashak?
About 720 kcal per serving, with 27 g of protein. The recipe makes 5 servings of about 450 g each.
Which allergens does Leek Ashak contain?
Based on its ingredients it contains Milk, Wheat / gluten. Always check the labels of packaged ingredients.
Where is Leek Ashak from?
Leek Ashak is a main course from Afghanistan. Ashak filled with leek, softer and sweeter than the chive original.