What is Tahini? And why all the fuss? Tahini are ground sesame seeds made into a thick paste, with a deep earthy nutty flavor profile. It...

From Dearborn to D.C., my quest for the perfect shawarma is a deep passion rooted in Americana. This InstantPot recipe for Chicken Shawarma

Holidays in my multi-culti home are an exciting time, being able to add more tradition, foods, and richness from the traditions of my backgr

I had to pay homage to an American classic (of course with my Afghan fusion twist). Thus came about the Chai S'more-- a delectable pink mars

Eid al-Fitr is the Muslim holiday celebrated after the month of Ramadan. It is a festive occasion typically filled with family, friends, ...

Chalau is the name for the Afghan white rice which we enjoy as a staple alongside many dishes. It has a fluffy texture, a fragrant aroma,...

I sought to create an Afghan American fusion dish, one that captured the crispy exterior of pakaura without the batter. Frying garlic in...

The merging of my two worlds could not be epitomized more beautifully than in the recipe I share below. Growing up, my mother was infamous..

Maws wa nana or directly translated from Dari/Farsi, mint yogurt, the name of this popular condiment/dressing used in so many dishes in Afgh

Sheer birinj is a classic Afghan comfort food, the sweetness and fragrant aroma of the milk coated soft grains fill you with warmth and sati

I've shared with you here my favorite way to elevate dates, taking them from ordinary to extraordinary. I love the balance of how the cream

Tomorrow marks the beginning of Ramadan, the lunar month in the Islamic calendar where Muslims abstain from eating and drinking from sunr...

Perfecting your palau spice mix is a difficult task, and one that requires an understanding of the balance of spices to be able to create a

Qabuli Palau is arguably the most well known dish in Afghan cuisine. It utilizes the central spices found in many Afghan dishes into one inc

Rasmalai is an Afghan dessert made of core components: creamy texture of ricotta, indulgent whole milk or cream base, cardamom, & rose water

Putting an Afghan twist on the Popeye's chicken sandwich, this memorable dish brings in the familiar nostalgic flavors of Afghan cooking...

Creating a fusion of my Afghan and American backgrounds, I've developed an aioli that can add the depth of flavor and richness of saffron on

With changing regulations around coronavirus, it's difficult to ascertain how to prepare without being excessive. Fears of potential quar...

Afghan Pink Tea 'no bake' Cheesecake Recipe-- quick & easy. This cheesecake combines my love for sheer chai, the classic balance of a smooth

A list of Afghan grocery stores across the US and Canada to make finding certain ingredients for Afghan cooking easier