Chitral's Hearty Soups

Chitral remains a colder region for the majority of the year with the exception of June and July where the temperature rises significantly. Over the years, they have developed a long collection of enriching soups that help ensure longevity and power. An example of this is the tasty soup called Kavirough, made from an herb called Kaveer, which is also used medicinally. Kaveer works like a similar herb called Salajeet in the manner that both soothe body pains, have anti-aging and immunity building characteristics. Kavirough requires that Kaveer be boiled and then placed with meat until it becomes a nutritious stalk ready to be served. Another variation of Leganu is the Kali soup within which pieces of bread or homemade hand cut noodles are boiled and added in place of flour balls. Kali soup also consists of the same sauce that is made for Leganu and is thoroughly cooked in ghee before serving.