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Name: Authentic Yakhni (Kabul) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Afghanistan
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) lamb shoulder or chicken breast, boneless and cut into 1-inch cubes; 8 cups (2 liters) water; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 bay leaves; 4-5 whole black peppercorns; 1 cinnamon stick (2 inches); 2 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed; Salt to taste (about 1-1.5 teaspoons, adjust as needed); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish); 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)

Yakhni (Kabul)

Afghanistan

Kabul

A clear, fragrant broth with tender meat, popular as a light meal in Kabul.

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