This thick and hearty Afghan soup is healthy and warming. It is a popular soup that is filling, nourishing and absolutely delicious.
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For the base
- 200g Red Kidney Beans
- 170g Yellow Split Peas
- 100g Split Mung Beans
- 100g Basmati Rice
- 1.5l Chicken Stock
- Salt to taste
For the meatballs
- 1lb ground Lamb
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1/2 tsp ground Cinnamon
To finish
- 50ml Vegetable Oil
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 400g Plum Tomato tin, pureed
- 250ml Chicken Stock
- 1 tbsp Dill
- 350g Greek yogurt
Utensils
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Step 1
Rinse the beans and rice and place in the pressure cooker with stock on high for 10 minutes.
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Step 2
Once the timer goes off, allow to naturally release for 10 – 15 minutes.
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Step 3
Combine the meat with the seasonings and shape into small balls. No more then 1 tsp each.
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Step 4
Remove the beans and rice and any liquid from the pot, select saute and heat the oil in the pot.
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Step 5
Add Onions and fry till they are translucent.
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Step 6
Add the meatballs and brown – around 1 – 2 minutes.
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Step 7
Stir in tomatoes and stock.
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Step 8
Close the pressure cooker lid, seal and cook on high for 2 minutes. When done, let it naturally release for 5 minutes and set the knob to venting position.
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Step 9
Carefully open the lid and add the bean mixture back in along with Dill and yoghurt. Select saute and stir gently and carefully.
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Step 10
Adjust seasoning and add water to thin down the soup if desired.
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Step 11
Serve with Lavash or Naan.