Why Qorma deserves more attention

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

Afghan hospitality tradition demands feeding guests regardless of the host's circumstances. I encountered it first in a teahouse on the Silk Road route and that context helped me understand it properly. doogh is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Qorma is the dish to start with.