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Ademè Lamb Stew
A hearty and flavorful lamb stew featuring tender lamb simmered with ademè (jute leaves) and a rich tomato-based sauce, infused with aromatic spices. This dish is a comforting and traditional Togolese meal, often served with a starchy side.

Adobo Arequipeño
A hearty and flavorful Arequipa-style pork stew, traditionally enjoyed on Sunday mornings. Pork shoulder is slow-braised in chicha de jora (a Peruvian corn beer) with aromatic spices until meltingly tender.

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Egyptian Red Lentil Soup
A simple yet deeply comforting Egyptian red lentil soup, flavored with aromatic cumin and brightened with fresh lemon. This dish, known as 'Ads' in Egypt, is a staple for its nourishing qualities and ease of preparation.

Æbleflæsk
Danish Apple Pork
Æbleflæsk, meaning 'apple pork,' is a classic Danish dish featuring tender pork belly, sautéed apples, and caramelized onions. Traditionally served on rye bread, it's a comforting and flavorful meal often enjoyed for breakfast or a light dinner.

Afelia
Pork with Red Wine and Coriander
Afelia is a traditional Cypriot dish featuring tender pork cubes marinated and slow-cooked in red wine with the aromatic punch of coriander seeds. It's a deeply flavorful and comforting stew, often served with bulgur wheat (pourgouri) or crusty bread.

Affogato
A simple yet elegant Italian dessert where a scoop of cold vanilla gelato is 'drowned' in a shot of hot, freshly brewed espresso. The contrast of hot and cold, bitter and sweet, creates a delightful sensory experience.

Afghan Ashak
Delicate dumplings filled with leeks and herbs, typically served with a garlic-yogurt sauce, a lentil-tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of mint. A beloved Afghan comfort food.

Afghan Chapli Kebab
A popular street food from Afghanistan, Chapli Kebabs are flavorful, spiced patties made from ground meat, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. They are typically pan-fried until crispy and served with flatbread or rice.
Afghan Chicken and Rice Soup
Yakhni Shorba
A comforting and nourishing soup with tender chicken, rice, and vegetables, infused with aromatic Afghan spices. This is a staple for its restorative properties.

Afghan Chicken Korma
A rich and aromatic chicken curry, Afghan Chicken Korma is a flavorful dish often prepared for special occasions. It features tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato-based sauce with yogurt, nuts, and fragrant spices.
Afghan Chickpea and Spinach Stew
Challow-e-Nakhod va Esfenaj
A hearty and flavorful vegetarian stew combining tender chickpeas and wilted spinach in a fragrant tomato-based sauce, spiced with classic Afghan aromatics.

Afghan Dal wa Nan
A comforting and hearty lentil stew (dal) served with a side of freshly baked Afghan bread (nan). This dish is a staple in many Afghan households, often enjoyed for breakfast or a light lunch.

Afghan Firni
A delicate and creamy milk pudding, often flavored with cardamom and rosewater, and garnished with pistachios and almonds. It's a popular dessert for celebrations and special occasions.

Afghan Kashk-e-Bademjan
A flavorful and comforting appetizer or side dish made from roasted or fried eggplant, mashed and topped with a tangy yogurt sauce (kashk), fried onions, and mint. It's a popular dish in Herat.

Afghan Kichri Quroot
Kichri Quroot is a traditional Afghan delicacy, a comforting and rich dish that combines earthy lentils, savory meatballs, and creamy yogurt. It's known for its fragrant spices and sticky rice texture, making it a staple for family gatherings and celebrations.

Afghan Kofta Challow
A flavorful dish of lamb meatballs simmered in a rich tomato and onion sauce, traditionally served with fluffy basmati rice. This comforting meal highlights the savory depth of Afghan cuisine.

Afghan Laghman
A hearty and flavorful Central Asian noodle dish, popular in Afghanistan, featuring hand-pulled noodles served in a rich, savory stew of lamb or beef with vegetables and a tomato-based sauce.
Afghan Lamb and Apricot Stew
Shish-e-Ghooroot
A rich and flavorful stew featuring tender lamb, sweet dried apricots, and a blend of aromatic spices. This dish balances savory and sweet notes, often served with rice or flatbread.

Afghan Lamb and Barberry Rice
Zereshk Polo ba Gosfand
A fragrant and flavorful rice dish featuring tender lamb, aromatic basmati rice, and the distinctive tartness of barberries. This dish is often prepared for special occasions and celebrations, showcasing a balance of savory and slightly sweet-sour flavors.

Afghan Lamb and Chickpea Curry
Ghormeh Nakhod
A hearty and flavorful curry featuring tender lamb, chickpeas, and aromatic spices, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. This dish is a comforting staple in Afghan cuisine, often served with rice.
Afghan Lamb and Lentil Stew
Daal-e-Gosfand
A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender lamb and protein-rich lentils, simmered with aromatic spices for a comforting and nourishing meal.
Afghan Lamb and Okra Stew
Bamia Gosfand
A comforting and flavorful stew featuring tender lamb and okra simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with aromatic spices. This dish is a staple in Afghan households, often served with rice.
Afghan Lamb and Rice Khameer Bob
A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender lamb meatballs simmered in a fragrant rice and yogurt sauce, often considered a comforting family meal.

Afghan Lamb and Rice Pilaf with Carrots and Raisins
Pulao-e Gosfand ba Zardak wa Kishmish
A fragrant and flavorful lamb and rice pilaf, a celebratory dish often served on special occasions in Afghanistan. Tender pieces of lamb are cooked with aromatic spices, sweet carrots, and plump raisins, all layered with fluffy basmati rice. This dish is a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic notes.