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Leek Ashak

Ashak filled with leek, softer and sweeter than the chive original.

Prep35 min
Cook40 min
Total1 h 45 min
Serves5
DifficultyMedium
Per serving720 kcal
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AfghanistanMain courseHalal-friendlyNut-free

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

  1. DoughKnead and rest the dough 30 minutes.
  2. SauceFry the onions, add the beef, paste, split peas and 2 cups water and simmer 30 minutes.
  3. FillingSoften the leeks in 1 tbsp oil for 5 minutes and season.
  4. Shape and boilFill the rounds, seal and boil 6 to 8 minutes until they float.
  5. ServeServe on yogurt with the meat sauce and dried mint.

Nutrition per serving

Calories720 kcal
Protein26.9 g
Carbohydrates92.8 g
Fat26.8 g
Fibre8.0 g
Sugar11.5 g
Sodium1048 mg
Saturated fat8.1 g
Serving sizeabout 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.

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