Afghani Bolani Recipe

The Afghani Bolani Recipe is a traditional stuffed flatbread from Afghanistan. I make it with a mixture of potatoes and green onions, which are seasoned with various spices. I then enclosed the filling within a thin layer of dough and cooked until golden and crispy. To make a Afghani Bolani Recipe, you'll need basic ingredients that are often used in Afghan cooking.. You can savor flatbread as a main dish or a snack, and many people serve it with yogurt or chutney to enhance its flavor.. A delightful dish, Afghani Bolani is made by blending aromatic spices, creamy potato, and fresh green onions.. The soft and flavorful filling of the dish is complemented by the crispy texture of the flatbread, making it a satisfying and tasty option.. Ingredients (8 Servings) For the dough: 6 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp. salt, divided 4 tablespoon oil 2 ½ cup water) For the filling: 3 pounds potatoes 4 cups, packed sliced green onion 4 cup, packed parsley 1 cup chopped green onions 2 tsp. black pepper 2 tsp. salt or to taste 1 tsp. chili flakes 4 tsps. olive oil Instructions 1. Prepare the dough: a. In a large mixing bowl, combine 6 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. b. Gradually add 4 tablespoons of oil and 2 ½ cups of water to the flour mixture. c. Mix the ingredients until a smooth and elastic dough forms. d. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes. 2. Make the filling: a. Peel and boil 3 pounds of potatoes until they are tender. Then, mash them in a bowl. b. In a separate bowl, mix together 4 cups of sliced green onions, 4 cups of packed parsley, 1 cup of chopped green onions, 2 teaspoons of black pepper, 2 teaspoons of salt (or to taste), and 1 teaspoon of chili flakes. c. Add the mashed potatoes to the green onion mixture and combine well. d. Drizzle 4 teaspoons of olive oil over the filling and mix until evenly incorporated. 3. Divide the dough and filling: a. Divide the rested dough into smaller portions, shaping them into balls about the size of a golf ball. b. Flatten each dough ball into a thin circle on a floured surface using a rolling pin. c. Place a generous amount of the prepared filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges. 4. Fold and seal the flatbreads: a. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. b. Press the edges firmly to seal the flatbread shut, ensuring no filling spills out. 5. Fry the Bolani: a. Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. b. Carefully place the stuffed flatbreads in the skillet and fry them until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides. c. Repeat the frying process for the remaining flatbreads, adding more oil to the skillet as needed. Estimated Prep Time: 45 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes