Merrylands isn’t the typical place you would chose to go out for dinner, and with the abundance of cafes and restaurants available in Parramatta only 5 minutes away it is easy to see why. However, if you venture out of your comfort zone, you will discover a place rich in culture, and probably some good food while you are at it too.
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I decided to try out an Afghan restaurant called Mazar. This first dish is called ” Mahecha Palaw”.
Tender lamb shanks combined with a delicate palawi rice topped with carrots and sultanas.
The servings are massive! And bursting with flavour.
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The mixed platter. Pretty much contains a little of everything. Definitely try the mantu dumplings.
Steamed lamb mince dumplings with a tomato, onion and garlic sauce topped with yoghurt and dried mint.
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Bulani – Afghani bread pockets with fillings such as potato, chives, pumpkin and more. (Not sure what the and more part entails…)
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Delicious bread served with your meal. Massive size.
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Finish off with a little Afghan Tea.
Forgot to mention the Dough. It is a cucumber and mint yoghurt drink. The restaurant next door makes it a little thicker and ‘yoghurtty’, whereas this version is little less thick and saltier. I prefer this version as it tastes a little more refreshing.
The feast. (Banana peel not included)
Mazar is conveniently located just a short stroll from the station (for those non-drivers). Some areas can be a little quiet, so bring some friends along and enjoy a traditional Afghan feast.