Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

eggplant

sliced

1 pinch

salt

to taste

2 cup

oil

for frying

2 unit

onion

sliced

1 unit

green pepper

seeded and sliced

2 unit

tomato

peeled and sliced

0.25 tsp

hot chili pepper

ground

0.25 cup

water

2 cup

yogurt

drained overnight

1 clove

garlic

minced

Step 1
~5 min

Cut the stems from eggplants and slice into 1 cm (1/2-inch) thick pieces. Spread on a tray, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Fry eggplant slices until lightly browned on each side. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 3
~5 min

Add more oil to the pan, then fry sliced onions until transparent. Remove to a separate plate.

Step 4
~5 min

Layer eggplant, onions, green pepper, and tomato slices in the frying pan. Season each layer with salt and chili pepper.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 5
~5 min

Pour any remaining oil and water into the pan. Cover and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender.

Step 6
~5 min

To prepare the chakah (yogurt sauce), drain yogurt overnight in a cheesecloth-lined bowl in the fridge.

Step 7
~5 min

Combine drained yogurt with garlic and salt. Mix well.

Step 8
~5 min

Spread half of the chakah sauce in the base of a serving dish. Top with the cooked vegetable mixture.

Step 9
~5 min

Drizzle the remaining sauce over the vegetables. Drizzle any remaining pan juices over the top.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve warm with Kabaub and Lawash (flat bread).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your preference.

For a richer flavor, use homemade yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The yogurt can be drained a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate (frying)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with Afghan bread or rice.

Serve as a side dish or vegetarian main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kabaub
Rice
Afghan Flatbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Afghanistan

Cultural Significance

A common dish in Afghan cuisine, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Nowruz

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Vegetarian Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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