Eid Gift Idea: Creativity during Covid
Eid al-Fitr is the Muslim holiday celebrated after the month of Ramadan. It is a festive occasion typically filled with family, friends,...
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imanistanblogger
- May 20, 2020
- 2 min
Chalau Recipe: Afghan White Rice
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,...
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imanistanblogger
- May 18, 2020
- 2 min
Afghan Garlic Turmeric Fusion Fries Recipe
I sought to create an Afghan American fusion dish, one that captured the crispy exterior of pakaura without the batter. Frying garlic in...
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imanistanblogger
- May 14, 2020
- 3 min
Afghan DoubleTree cookies: cardamom raisin walnut cookie Recipe
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..
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imanistanblogger
- May 6, 2020
- 1 min
Mint Yogurt Recipe: classic Afghan dressing/condiment
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
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imanistanblogger
- May 6, 2020
- 4 min
Sheer Birinj Recipe: Afghan rice pudding
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
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imanistanblogger
- Apr 27, 2020
- 3 min
Date Truffles & Stuffed Dates Recipe
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
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imanistanblogger
- Apr 23, 2020
- 2 min
Sneak Preview: Ramadan Recipes!
Tomorrow marks the beginning of Ramadan, the lunar month in the Islamic calendar where Muslims abstain from eating and drinking from...
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imanistanblogger
- Apr 15, 2020
- 2 min
Palau Spice Mix Recipe
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
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imanistanblogger
- Apr 15, 2020
- 4 min
Qabuli Palau Recipe
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
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 25, 2020
- 3 min
Rasmalai Cake Pops
Rasmalai is an Afghan dessert made of core components: creamy texture of ricotta, indulgent whole milk or cream base, cardamom, & rose water
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 19, 2020
- 3 min
Afghan Turmeric Spiced Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Putting an Afghan twist on the Popeye's chicken sandwich, this memorable dish brings in the familiar nostalgic flavors of Afghan cooking...
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 19, 2020
- 2 min
Saffron Aioli Recipe
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
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 15, 2020
- 1 min
Coronavirus Food Prep: How to Grocery Shop without hoarding— an easy grocery list
With changing regulations around coronavirus, it's difficult to ascertain how to prepare without being excessive. Fears of potential...
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 13, 2020
- 3 min
Sheer Chai Cheesecake Recipe
Afghan Pink Tea 'no bake' Cheesecake Recipe-- quick & easy. This cheesecake combines my love for sheer chai, the classic balance of a smooth
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 13, 2020
- 1 min
Afghan Grocery Stores: An Index
A list of Afghan grocery stores across the US and Canada to make finding certain ingredients for Afghan cooking easier
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 13, 2020
- 4 min
Sheer Chai (Afghan Pink Tea) Recipe
Sheer chai is the name for the classic Afghan pink tea that is made from a particular type of green tea which oxidizes into a pink color.
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imanistanblogger
- Mar 3, 2020
- 5 min
The Essence of Nawroz: Afghan New Year
As we embark upon the countdown to Nawroz, I'll be sharing unique recipes, both Afghan & Afghan American, as well as cultural traditions
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imanistanblogger
- Jan 30, 2020
- 2 min
Nutella Puppy Chow Recipe
Nutella has always been near and dear to my heart as a chocoholic and finding creative ways to remake it into beloved desserts has been a...
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imanistanblogger
- Jan 15, 2020
- 4 min
Shortcut Bolani Recipe-- Afghan vegetarian stuffed flatbread
Bolani is a scrumptious large flatbread from Afghanistan traditionally stuffed with a vegetable filling. The fillings most commonly found...
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