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Afghan Bolani with Spiced Potato Filling

Name: Afghan Bolani with Spiced Potato Filling
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 ¼ cups water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large potatoes, peeled and boiled; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon red chili flakes; Salt to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

Enjoy these delicious pan-fried Afghan flatbreads with a delightful spiced potato filling, perfect as an appetizer or snack.

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·By Ethan Brooks·July 21, 2025

Afghan Bolani with Spiced Potato Filling — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Spiced Potato Filling

For Cooking

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 410 kcal
Protein: 8 g
Carbs: 61 g
Fat: 14 g
Fiber: 4 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2457 kcal
Protein: 48 g
Carbs: 366 g
Fat: 84 g
Fiber: 24 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
3 cups all-purpose flour	1365	39	285	3	12
1 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 ¼ cups water	0	0	0	0	0
2 tablespoons olive oil	238	0	0	27	0
2 large potatoes, peeled and boiled	320	8	72	0	8
1 small onion, finely chopped	28	1	6	0	1
2 cloves garlic, minced	9	0	2	0	0
1 teaspoon ground cumin	8	0	1	0	1
1 teaspoon ground coriander	5	0	1	0	1
1 teaspoon red chili flakes	6	0	1	0	1
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped	1	0	0	0	0
4 tablespoons vegetable oil	477	0	0	54	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
2
Form the Dough
Gradually add water, mixing until a dough forms.
3
Knead and Rest
Knead dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Spiced Potato Filling

1
Mash Potatoes
Mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl.
2
Mix Spices and Aromatics
Add onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, red chili flakes, and salt. Mix well.
3
Add Cilantro
Fold in the chopped cilantro. Set aside.
Tip: Ensure the filled bolani are sealed well to prevent leaking. Allow the filling to cool completely for easier handling.

How to Make Afghan Bolani with Spiced Potato Filling

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Filling the Dough
Divide the rested dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle, place filling in the center, fold, and seal edges by pressing firmly.
2
Cooking the Bolani
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each side of the bolani until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.