Why Firni deserves more attention

Firni rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The hearty and rice-forward complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using qorma onion sauce correctly takes real skill.

Afghan hospitality tradition demands feeding guests regardless of the host's circumstances. I encountered it first in an Afghan restaurant abroad and that context helped me understand it properly. qymaq cream tea is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Firni is the dish to start with.