Afghan Culture Recipe Book Qorma Chalau Recipe Serves: 4 Cook time: 35 Minutes There are many delicious Qorma recipes used across Afghanistan - this is one of the most traditional and includes meat, however this can easily be substituted for vegetables (or you can always use both!) Ingredients 75 ml vegetable oil 450 g onion finely chopped 900 g lamb on the bone, beef or chicken cut into pieces (vegetables including potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, peas, green beans - if using both add after meat is tender and cook for 15 minutes) 1-2 tbs tomato puree 150-275 ml water 50 g split peas or red kidney beans 1 tsp char masala (Afghan spice mix including cinnamon, cloves, cumin, green cardamom) 1 tsp ground coriander salt and pepper to taste 1 tsp chilli powder (optional) Method 1. Heat the oil in the pan and add the chopped onions. Fry over a medium to high heat, stirring frequently until golden brown and soft. 2. Add the meat and fry again until well browned. 3. Mix in tomato puree and continue frying for another minute or two. 4. Add water, split peas/kidney beans, spices and salt and pepper and bring to the boil. Then turn down heat and simmer until meat is cooked and split peas/kidney beans are soft. 5. The sauce should be thick and oily (excess oil can be spooned off if desired). 6. Enjoy served with rice and naans. Looking for the best way to support our work? With your help, we can ensure vulnerable rural communities are able to grow more food and better feed themselves and their families. Help us secure this brighter future by donating today: Please select a donation amount (required) £5 plants saplings, helping to restore ecosystems, provide food and income, and prevent floods. £10 trains farmers in updated and improved agricultural techniques so they can produce more. £20 buys a family 4KG of drought-resistant pistachio seeds. Other Set up a regular payment Donate Manage Cookie Preferences