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Ashak is a traditional Afghan dish made from boiled and mashed leek-filled dumplings that are topped with a tomato-based sauce and yogurt. It is typically served as a main course and is often garnished with dried mint, cilantro, and black pepper. The dough for ashak is made from flour, salt, and water and is rolled out into thin rounds that are filled with the minced leek filling. The filled dumplings are then boiled and served with the tomato-yogurt sauce poured over the top. Ashak is a popular dish in Afghanistan and is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is flavorful and filling and is often accompanied by rice or bread.