Afghan bollani

Afghan bollani is a stuffed flatbread prepared by filling dough with spiced potatoes and green onions, then pan-frying until golden brown.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
All-purpose Flour500Grams
Water250Milliliters
Salt1Tsp
Olive Oil2Tbsp
Potatoes500Grams
Green Onions5Count
Cumin1Tsp
Black Pepper0.5Tsp
Salt1Tsp
Olive Oil4Tbsp

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, warm water, salt, and olive oil to form a dough. Knead until smooth and elastic.
  2. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl. Add chopped green onions, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine.
  4. Divide the dough into 10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
  5. Flatten each dough ball into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
  6. Place a generous spoonful of the potato mixture onto one half of the dough circle. Fold the other half over the filling and press the edges to seal.
  7. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each bollani for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  8. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Prep

  • Boil and peel potatoes in advance.

Kitchen equipment

Rolling PinLarge Skillet