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The Helmand, located in Baltimore, offers a diverse menu with Afghan delicacies. From appetizers like Kaddo Borwani to soups like Vegetarian Aush, there is something for every palate. The Salata Salad and Shornakhod Salad provide refreshing options. Customers praise the relaxing atmosphere, excellent service, and high-quality dishes. Standout dishes include the Mantwo and Aushak appetizers, with flavors that stand out against anything previously tasted. The Chicken Lawand and Mo main dishes are also highly recommended. The service is exceptional, with quick food delivery and attentive staff. The cozy interior adds to the dining experience, making it ideal for date nights or family gatherings. The Helmand truly elevates the Baltimore dining scene with its heavenly divine food and welcoming ambiance.

Appetizers Soups Salads Entrees Vegetarian Specials Side Dishes Desserts

Appetizers

Appetizers

Kaddo Borwani

Pan-fried and baked baby pumpkin seasoned with sugar and served on yogurt garlic sauce.
$8.95

Vegetarian Mantwo

Homemade pastry shells filled with onions and beef, served on yogurt and topped with carrots and yellow split peas.
$8.95

Bowlawni

Pan-fried twin pastry shells filled with leeks and spiced potatoes and garnished with yogurt and mint.
$8.95

Banjan Lagharak

Stewed eggplant with fresh garlic, tomatoes and peppers and served with yogurt cilantro sauce.
$8.95

Banjan Borwani

Pan-fried eggplant seasoned with fresh tomatoes, spice baked and served on yogurt garlic sauce.
$8.95

Naan (Fresh baked in our bread oven)
$3.50

Vegetarian Aush Soup

vegetables , beans and peas topped w/noodles & served with yogurt-mint sauce.
$7.95

Mashawa Beef Soup

Mung beans, chickpeas, black-eyed peas and yogurt.
$7.95

Shorwa Soup

Lamb, fresh vegetables and beans.
$7.95

Soups

Soups

Salads

Salads

Salata Salad

Afghan style mixed greens and tomatoes tossed in pomegranate dressing or red onion vinaigrette.
$7.95

Shornakhod Salad

Potatoes, chickpeas and spring onion salad served with cilantro vinaigrette dressing.
$7.95

Kabuli Pallow

Afghan style rice baked with chunks of lamb tenderloin, raisins and glazed julienne carrots.
$24.95

Dwopiaza

Seasoned tenderloin of lamb cooked with onions, sauteed with yellow split peas and tossed with onions. Lightly marinated in vinegar and served with pallow.
$24.95

Aushak

Afghan ravioli filled with leeks, served on yogurt and topped with ground beef and mint. Served with pallow.
$19.95

Mantwo

Homemade pastry shell filled with onions and beef, served on yogurt and topped with carrots, yellow split peas and beef sauce. Served with pallow.
$19.95

Chicken Kabob

Marinated boneless chicken breast served with pallow and marinated vegetables.
$19.95

Seekh Kabob

Char-broiled marinated lamb tenderloin served with pallow.
$24.95

Koufta Challow

A combination of lamb and beef meatballs seasoned with sun dried baby grapes, paprika, and turmeric in hot green pepper, green peas and fresh tomato sauce. Served with challow.
$19.95

Entrees

Entrees

Vegetarian Specials

Vegetarian Specials

Vegetarian Platter

Sampler of various vegetable dishes cooked with our special spices and herbs. Served with challow.
$19.95

Vegetarian Aushak

Afghan ravioli filled with leeks, served on minted yogurt and topped with yellow split peas and carrot sauce. Served with pallow.
$19.95

Mushroom Lawand

Whole mushrooms sauteed with spices, fresh tomatoes, corn and green pea sauce, topped with yogurt and sour cream dressing. Served with spinach and challow.
$19.95

Cauliflower & chick peas

Fresh cauliflower slow cooked w/ chickpeas, coriander, turmeric and tomato sauce. Served w/ Challow
$19.95

Bendi

Okra.
$7.95

Sabzy

Spinach.
$7.95

Kaddo Borawni
$7.95

Banjan Laghatak
$7.95

Mushrooms
$7.95

Side Dishes

Side Dishes

Desserts

Desserts

House made Baklava
$6.95

Special Ice Cream

Cardamom infused vanilla ice cream with dates, figs and mangoes.
$6.95

Jala Ice Cream

Cardamom infused vanilla ice cream with rice noodles, rosewater and sliced almonds.
$6.95