Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lbs

ground beef

2 unit

onion

diced

0.5 unit

green bell pepper

diced

1 tbsp

garlic powder

1 tbsp

ground coriander

2 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

ground black pepper

0.25 tsp

cayenne

2 cup

water

35 unit

wonton wrappers

square

1 cup

yogurt

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

0.25 tsp

salt

0.5 unit

yellow onion

1.5 cup

water

8 unit

tomato sauce

1.5 tsp

oil

0.5 tsp

ground coriander

0.5 tsp

salt

1 unit

carrot

diced

0.5 cup

chickpeas

cooked

1 tsp

dried mint

1 bunch

fresh cilantro

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt, garlic powder, and salt.

Step 2
~3 min

Chill the yogurt sauce until ready to serve.

Step 3
~3 min

To make the tomato sauce, slice the yellow onion and boil it in water until tender.

Step 4
~3 min

Drain the cooked onion.

Step 5
~3 min

Blend the cooked onion, tomato sauce, oil, ground coriander, and salt until smooth.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour the blended sauce into a saucepan.

Step 7
~3 min

Add diced carrot and chickpeas to the sauce.

Step 8
~3 min

Simmer the tomato sauce until the carrots are tender.

Step 9
~3 min

To make the filling, cook ground meat, diced onions, green bell pepper, garlic powder, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a large frying pan.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook until the meat is browned.

Step 11
~3 min

Add water and cook until the water evaporates.

Step 12
~3 min

Let the meat mixture cool slightly.

Step 13
~3 min

Place a tablespoon of the meat mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper.

Step 14
~3 min

Wet the edges of the wrapper with water.

Step 15
~3 min

Fold two opposite corners together and seal firmly.

Step 16
~3 min

Repeat with the opposite corners, sealing all edges.

Step 17
~3 min

Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.

Step 18
~3 min

Oil a metal vegetable steamer.

Step 19
~3 min

Place the filled wontons in the steamer.

Step 20
~3 min

Cover and steam for 15-20 minutes.

Step 21
~3 min

To serve, spread a thin layer of yogurt sauce on each plate.

Step 22
~3 min

Place steamed pasta on each plate and drizzle with yogurt sauce.

Step 23
~3 min

Drizzle tomato sauce over each pasta.

Step 24
~3 min

Garnish with dried mint leaves and chopped fresh cilantro.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness.

Make the yogurt sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld.

Ensure the wonton wrappers are sealed well to prevent the filling from leaking during steaming.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The yogurt and tomato sauces can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Afghan bread.

Offer a side salad with a lemon vinaigrette.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Afghan bread
Side salad with lemon vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Afghanistan

Cultural Significance

A popular dish served during special occasions and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Weddings
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Special Occasion
Celebration Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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