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Name: Authentic Ashak (Afghan Leek Dumplings)
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: *For the Dough:**; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup warm water (approximately, adjust as needed); 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; *For the Filling:**; 1 pound (450g) leeks (white and light green parts only), finely chopped; 1 bunch scallions (green onions), finely chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; *For the Meat Sauce:**; 1 pound (450g) ground beef (lean); 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped (or 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup water; *For the Yogurt Sauce:**; 2 cups plain yogurt (full fat preferred); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt