The tasty Bolani is a mouthwatering dish that belongs to Afghanistan. The flatbreads that lay with the taste buds are something we call out of the world. The taste is fantastic.

The process of making this amazing Bolani Flatbread will be mentioned below in detail. To give you an overall overview of how it is made, read the following.

Bolani is made with the help of handmade dough stuffed with vegetables such as potatoes, onion, green paper, and even cilantro. You see, it is effortless to make Bolani. You hardly need any ingredients as mentioned above are present in all our houses almost every day.

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What Is Bolani Food Actually?

As stated earlier, Bolani is a delight that originated in Afghanistan. It should be mentioned that it is also called periki. Majority of the cases, Bolani is fried, but if you want the traditional one, you should bake it.

Bolani acts as a fantastic starter, but it also depends on your choice and preferences to have it as a starter or something meal as a whole. In Afghanistan, the traditional Bolani is generally served with yogurt, mint yogurt sauce, and cilantro sauce to taste better. Sounds mouthwatering already, isn’t it?

Looking at the Indian cuisine, you will be able to find a similar dish there as well. The Indian stuffed potato paratha is loved by all the Indians, no matter where they are. It has the same style but a different way of making a delicious and even rich flavor.

Can You Use Different Fillings in Bolani?

Well, the answer is yes, as it is highly dependent on your creativity and the way you manage to get the best taste out of the ingredients.

You can use potatoes, scallions, sweet potatoes if you like, and even leeks in your Bolani. There is no restriction as it is highly optional based on your likings and preferences.

Luckily there is no traditional option when it comes to Bolani that are filled with cheese, and you will even find some Bolanis that are stuffed with minced meat as well.

You will be able to enjoy Bolani with the following fillings in restaurants such as:

Kale or spinach
Lentils
Butternut squash and even pumpkins
Mushrooms along with onions
Last but not least spiced chicken, beef and even lamb.

How to Make Bolani?

Ingredients

The ingredients are very simple, and once you read it would be sure that it is a simple dish that has an amazing taste to it.

Ingredients for preparing Bolani are:

Flour
Potatoes
Vegetable oil for frying
Green onions
Sumac
Parsley
Black paper
Salt
Chili flakes
And finally olive oil

Afghan Bolani Recipe?

Initially, wash 500 gr potatoes and then poke some holes in them with a toothpick or fork and then slowly place them in a microwave and cook for about ten minutes.
Once you take the potatoes off the microwave, peel them gently and place them in a big bowl. Add salt and black pepper to it to taste, add 1 tsp sumac along with 1 tsp chili flakes, and mix gently.

Slowly add 2 tbsps of olive oil, 1 cup of green onions, and 1 cup of parsley.
Much and mash the combination till the mixture is incorporated nicely.
In a separate bowl, add 3 cups of flour and 2 teaspoons of salt, along with 1 cup of warm water as well as 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix slowly and then knead and make small ball forms out of it.
Keep it for 30 minutes and then cut the dough and roll it.
Spread the potato mixture in the dough slowly. Add a small amount of water to the edges to help stick.
Finally, fry the Bolani bread bfor about 2 -3 minutes until they get a light brown color.
Enjoy your Bolani with a dipping sauce.

If you tried making this unique Potato Bolani Recipe at home, then tell us about your experience. We would love to hear from you and your experiences. We also recommend trying Turkish Lahmacun and Hungarian Hortobágyi.

FAQs about Potato Bolani Recipe

What are the typical bolani ingredients?

The common ingredients are flour, water, oil, and salt for the dough. The fillings can be mashed potatoes, kale or spinach, lentils, and meats (beef, lamb, or chicken bolani).

What should I serve with potato bolani?

Afghan bolani can be served with yogurt, chutney, and various types of salads.

Afghan Bolani Recipe (Potato, Green Onion, and Parsley)

Recipe by ShayanCourse: AppetizersCuisine: AfghanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

250

kcal

The tasty Bolani is a mouthwatering dish that belongs to Afghanistan. Bolani is made with the help of handmade dough stuffed with vegetables such as potatoes, onion, green paper, and even cilantro.

Ingredients

Potato Bolani mixture
500 gr potatoes
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 tsp sumac
1 tsp chili flakes
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 cup green onions
1 cup parsley
Bolani dough
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Initially, wash 500 gr potatoes and then poke some holes in them with a toothpick or fork and then slowly place them in a microwave and cook for about ten minutes.
Once you take the potatoes off the microwave, peel them gently and place them in a big bowl.
Add salt and pepper to it to taste, add 1 tsp sumac along with 1 tsp chili flakes, and mix gently.
Slowly add 2 tbsps of olive oil, 1 cup of green onions, and 1 cup of parsley.
mash the combination till the mixture is incorporated nicely.
In a separate bowl, add 3 cups of flour and 2 teaspoons of salt, along with 1 cup of warm water as well as 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix slowly and then knead and make small ball forms out of it.
Keep it for 30 minutes and then cut the dough and roll it.
Spread the potato mixture in the dough slowly. Add a small amount of water to the edges to help stick.
Finally, fry the Bolani for about 2 -3 minutes until they get a light brown color.
Enjoy your Bolani with a dipping sauce.