Hills of Herat Menu
Introducing Hills of Herat, a Mediterranean-Halal restaurant located in Basking Ridge, NJ. Known for its upscale and romantic ambiance, this restaurant offers a variety of vegetarian entrees, salads, and appetizers infused with authentic Afghan flavors. Standout dishes include the Borani Banjan, Lentil Qorma, and Shepherd Salad. Customers rave about the flavorful and tender lamb shank, as well as the well-seasoned meat kabobs. The menu also caters to pescatarians with options like the grape leaves and falafel. The owner's personalized approach to customer service and customization of menus for large groups make dining at Hills of Herat a delightful experience. Whether you're a fan of Middle Eastern cuisine or looking to try something new, this restaurant promises a unique and memorable dining experience.
Appetizers
Bholani
Thin fried pastry filled with your choice of potatoes or butternut squash, all seasoned with fresh herbs and spices
Falafel
Crispy ground chickpea patties and fresh herbs, formed into a fritter
Grape Leaves
Stuffed grape leaves with rice, exotic herbs, and spices. Topped with a homemade chutney
Ashak
Afghan style dumplings filled with mix chives, leek onions and scallions, garnished with homemade mint yogurt and lentil sauce
Mantu
Afghan style dumplings, filled with ground beef, onions and savory seasonings. Garnished with our homemade mint yogurt and lentil sauce
Classic Hummus
Traditional dip made of chickpeas, garlic, tahini, and oriental seasonings
Red Beet Hummus
Chickpeas and red beets purée, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and tahini
Spinach Hummus
Chickpeas and spinach purée, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini
Hummus Combo
A combination of our Classic, Red Beet, and Green Spinach Hummus
Cauliflower
Steamed and sautéed cauliflower mixed with fresh green peas, herbs, and spices
Bamia
Chopped pieces of okra, cooked with Afghan herbs and spices
Lentil Qorma
Lentils simmered in a traditional tomato, bell pepper, garlic, and onion herb sauce
Borani Banjan
Thin, lightly fried eggplant made with tomatoes and garlic sauce, garnished with our homemade mint yogurt
Vegetarian Entrees
Salad
Shepherd Salad
Chopped tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, parsley, and in house dressing
Mixed Greens Salad
Mixed greens with pecans, dried cranberries, goat cheese, avocado, berries, and in house dressing
Pear Salad
Arugula with goat cheese, avocado, dried cranberries, pecans, and in house dressing
Quinoa Salad
Quinoa, chickpeas, and bell peppers mixed with our shepherd salad
Small Shepherd Salad
Chopped tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, parsley, and in house dressing
Chicken Kabob
Marinated chicken breast kabobs
Chicken Kofta
Ground chicken kabobs mixed with traditional spices
Shami Kabob
Ground beef kabobs mixed with traditional spices
Herat Combo
Skewer of Filet Mignon and Chicken Kabob
Lamb Chops
Savory and tender lamb chops
Filet Mignon Kabob
Our best, marinated and tender filet mignon kabobs
Lamb Kabob
Marinated cubes of lamb in a mixture of authentic spices and herbs
Sultani Kabob
A house made combination of ground beef and lamb mixed with authentic spices and herbs.
Shrimp Kabob
Tender shrimp marinated in a traditional garlic based marination
Salmon Kabob
Marinated fresh fileted salmon
From the Grill
Steak Specials
Ribeye
T-Bone
Filet Mignon Steak
Salmon Steak
Kabuli
Also known as "Afghanistan's national dish", Kabuli Palow is a savory rice dish pressure cooked in lamb broth and served with steamed carrots and raisins on top
Naringe
A true specialty amongst the Afghan traditional dishes, Naringe Palow is a delicate rice dish made with saffron, candied orange peels, pistachios and almonds
Zamarud
Translated from Farsi, this traditional Afghan rice dish is named "Emerald" palow for its rich color as it is infused with spinach and herb sauce as it is baked.
Rice
Afghan Specialty
Chicken Qorma
Boneless chicken thighs, slowly simmered in homemade tomatoes-based sauce, seasoned with fresh herbs and spices
Meatballs Qorma
Ground beef seasoned with tomato, onions, garlic, coriander, and cumin
Veal Qorma
Braised veal simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce made with a variety of authentic spices and herbs
Lamb Shank
Baked lamb shank broiled with fresh vegetables
Bread
Our homemade bread, made fresh per order
Vegetarian Sides
Choice of any of our Vegetarian entrees as a side
Rice Sides
Choice of any of our Rices
