Hayat’s Grill
Chef Hayat
Cuisine: Afghani
Chef Hayat offers traditional Afghan food cooked with passion including Bolani, Burgers, Kabobs, Chicken Karahi, Veggie Korma, Samosas and Wraps.
Hayat moved to Utah in June of 2011 from Afghanistan. An absence of Afghan restaurants in Salt Lake City drove him to pursue his own food business.
Chef Hayat is still available for catering with his Afghan cuisine menu.
To Request Catering please use the Request Catering button or call Spice Kitchen: (385) 202-5207.
Contact Chef Hayat directly by Phone (385) 495-1894.
Menu Overview:
Entrées: Banjan Wrap, Beef Burger, Chicken Karahi, Chicken Samosa, Chicken Tikka Kabob, Chicken Wrap, Lamb Sikh Kabob, Vegetable Bolani, Vegetable Samosa, Veggie Korma Platter.
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Chef Hayat also offers Wings on Wheels
Chef Hayat has converted his food truck to his new business “Wings on Wheels.” Please visit his Wings on Wheels page for more information on that.
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Hayat's Grill – Spice To Go:
Chef’s previous Spice To Go menus.
(The weekly meal pick-up service, Spice To Go, is no longer offered. These are prior menus from this chef and are meant to provide ideas on what is possible.)
— January 27, 2022
Entrees:
Omnivore Entrée + Side
Beef Kofta Korma - tender meatballs made from ground beef, onions, cilantro, cumin seeds, and garbanzo beans simmered in a house made tomato sauce. Comes served over qabili palaw; long grain basmati rice with shredded carrots and golden raisins, with a green salad on the side with Hayat's green cilantro chutney.
*Dietary information: nut free, gluten free, dairy freeVegetarian Entrée + Side
Cauliflower Korma - Cauliflower florets slow-cooked in a korma sauce with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of fresh herbs. Comes served over qabili palaw; long grain basmati rice with shredded carrots and golden raisins, with a green salad on the side with Hayat's green cilantro chutney.
*Dietary information: nut free, gluten free, dairy free
Beverage:
Milk Chai Tea - Black tea steeped in milk and flavored with cardamom and sweetened with sugar. Served hot.
*Dietary Information: Contains dairy, gluten free
— September 30, 2021
Hayat's Grill Combo Dinners
Choose between the following entrée options for this week's Spice-to-Go. Each combo meal comes with a choice of the following; serves 1 individual.
Entrée: Beef Kofta Korma, Chicken Quarter Kebabs, or Cauliflower Korma (16oz)
Beef Kofta Korma - Hayat's beef kofta korma made from ground beef, onions, cilantro, cumin seeds, and garbanzo beans simmered in a house made tomato sauce. Comes served over qabili palaw; long grain basmati rice with shredded carrots, and golden raisins.
Chicken Quarter Kebabs - Chicken breast rubbed in a dry marinade overnight and grilled until golden brown. Comes served over qabili palaw; long grain basmati rice with shredded carrots, and golden raisins.
Cauliflower Korma - Fresh cauliflower roasted and simmered in a house made tomato-based sauce, seasoned with Hayat's favorite seasonings including cumin, cilantro, onions, and cayenne pepper. Comes served over qabili palaw; long grain basmati rice with shredded carrots, and golden raisins.
Appetizer: Chicken Samosas or Vegetarian Samosas (2pc): Deep fried & handmade, these samosas as are filled with shredded chicken, shredded cabbage, onions, cilantro, and potatoes. Each order comes with a side of spicy chutney sauce. *Dietary Information: Halal, dairy free, contains gluten.
Dessert: Pistachio, Almond, and Walnut Baklava (4pc): Layers of phyllo dough sprinkled with pistachios, walnuts, and almonds. Baked and topped with a simple syrup. *Dietary Information: Contains nuts (pistachios, walnuts, almonds), contains gluten, dairy free
Beverage: Homemade Hot Chai, 12oz: Black tea steeped in milk and flavored with cardamom and sweetened with sugar. Served hot. *Dietary Information: Contains dairy, gluten free
— June 17, 2021
Meat Entrée: Ground beef kofta kormah (meatballs), qabili palaw (rice), and salad
Vegetarian Entrée: cauliflower kormah, rice, and salad with chutney sauce.
Don't forget to add a dessert to your Spice-to-Go order this week! This week features Madeleines from Chef Mika, owner of Honey Teahive.
— April 22, 2021
Meat Entrée: Chicken Tikka Masala served with Qabili Palaw (rice with shredded carrots and raisins)
Vegetarian Entrée: Channah Masala (garbanzo beans cooked in tomato and onions) served with Salad and Chutney
Don't forget to add a dessert to your Spice-to-Go order this week!
Dessert: Berry Trifle ($5.99): a British dessert layered with cream, cake, and berries served in a cup (gluten-free and vegetarian) by Chef Mika of Honey Teahive.
— February 25, 2021
Vegan Entre: Cauliflower Kormah - Cauliflower slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, and herbs, served with a side salad dressed with cilantro chutney.
Meat Entre: Chicken Kormah with Qabili Palaw - Chicken slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, and herbs, served a-top rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
— October 29, 2020
Omnivore Entree (GF): Chicken Kormah - Slow-cooked chicken simmered in a mild Afghan Curry. Served atop Quabili Palaw - Basmati rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
Vegan Entree (GF): Cauliflower Korma - Caulifower simmered in a mild Afghan Curry. Served atop Qaubili Palaw - Basmati rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
Each entree is served with a fresh Green Salad with Hayat's famous Cilantro Chutney.
— September 17, 2020
Meat Entree (GF): Beef Koftah Kormah (meatballs) - ground beef cooked with tomatoes, onions, green peas, garlic, and herbs. Served atop Quabili Palaw - Basmati rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
Vegan Entree (GF): Chickpea Korma - Chickpeas simmered in a mild, Middle Eastern Curry. Served atop Qaubili Palaw - Basmati rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
Each entree is served with a fresh Green Salad with Hayat's famous Cilantro Chutney.
— July 16, 2020
Meat Entree (GF): Beef Koftah Kormah (meatballs) - ground beef cooked with tomatoes, onions, green peas, garlic, and herbs. Served atop Quabili Palaw - Basmati rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
Vegan Entree (GF): Sabzi Korma - Spinach and Red Beans simmered in a Mild, Middle Eastern Curry. Served atop Qaubili Palaw - Basmati rice with shredded carrots and raisins.
Each entree is served with a fresh Green Salad and Hayat's famous Cilantro Chutney.
— June 4, 2020
Meat Entree: Chicken Tikka Kormah - Chicken breast slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, herbs, and garbanzo beans. Served atop quabili palaw with shredded carrots and raisins (Contains Dairy).
Vegan Entree: Cauliflower Kormah - Cauliflower slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, and herbs. served atop quabili palaw with shredded carrots and raisins.
Each entree comes with a side salad with green cilantro chutney.
— February 6, 2020
Meat Entree: Chicken Tikka Masala (GF, Contains Dairy, Halal) Chicken breast, onions, tomatoes and garbanzo beans braised in a hearty tomato sauce with added spices and herbs.
Vegan Entree: Cauliflower Kormah (GF, DF, Vegan) Afghan style cauliflower kormah with chickpeas braised in a hearty tomato sauce.
Each entree is served with qabili palaw (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-free): Long grain basmati rice seasoned with saffron threads, rose water, and Afghan spices; mixed with shredded carrots and raisins, and a fresh green salad with cilantro chutney.
— December 5, 2019
Meat Entree (GF): Grilled Tilapia Marinated with Spices and Herbs, served with Stewed Potatoes and served with a Green Cilantro Chutney.
Vegetarian Entree (GF): Banjan Borani - Eggplant cooked with Tomatoes and a traditional Afghan Spice Blend, served with plain yogurt sauce.
Each entree is served with Qabili Palaw (rice) with Shredded Carrots and Raisins.
— September 26, 2019
Meat Entree (GF): Beef Koftah Kormah- Seasoned Afghan Beef Meatballs cooked with tomatoes, onions, garbanzo beans, and fresh garlic and herbs, served with Quabili Palaw with Shredded Carrots and Raisins.
Vegan Entree (GF): Mixed Vegetables (Potatoes, Green Beans, Carrots, and Bell Pepper) seasoned with Hayat's Afghan Spice Mix served with Quabili Palaw with Shredded Carrots and Raisins.
Each Entree Comes With A Fresh Green Salad with Cilantro Chutney Dressing.
— June 27, 2019
Meat Entree (GF): Beef Kebab - Seasoned ground beef grilled with tomatoes, onions, garbanzo beans, and fresh garlic and herbs, served atop quabili palaw with shredded carrots and raisins .
Vegan Entree (GF): Cauliflower Kormah - Whole cauliflower cooked in tomatoes, onions, and garlic, served atop quabili palaw with shredded carrots and raisins.
Both entrees are served with a refreshing cilantro pasta salad with crisp lettuce, garbanzo beans, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs.*
*those needing gluten free accommodation will receive a green salad with cilantro dressing instead of pasta salad.
— March 21, 2019
Meat Entree (GF): Beef koftah kormah (meatballs) - ground beef cooked with tomatoes, onions, green peas, garlic and herbs.
Vegan Entree (GF): Sabzi Korma - Spinach and Red Beans simmered in a Mild, Middle Eastern Curry.
Each entree is served with palaw, basmati rice cooked with herbs and topped with raisins, shredded carrots, and a fresh Green Salad with Hayat's famous Cilantro Chutney.
— December 6, 2018
Meat Entree: Afghan-Style Chicken Tikka Masala simmered with Chick Peas in a creamy Tomato-Based Sauce, served over Basmati Rice.
Vegan Entree (GF): Sabzi Korma - Spinach and Red Beans simmered in a Mild, Middle Eastern Curry served over Basmati Rice.
Each entree comes with a fresh Green Salad with Hayat's famous Cilantro Chutney.
— September 13, 2018 (Eat Local Week)
Meat Entree (GF): Afghan-spiced fried chicken marinated in garlic, lemon, and a special spice blend, served with roasted cauliflower.
Vegan Entree (GF): Kidney bean stew cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices.
Each entree comes with a spinach salad with tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley served with cilantro chutney.
— June 21, 2018
Meat Entree (GF): Meatball Korma - beef meat balls cooked in a spiced tomato sauce, served over Quabali rice & topped with carrots, raisins, and Afghan spices.
Vegan Entree (GF): Afghan mixed roasted vegetables (cauliflower, bell pepper, zucchini and onions) served over Quabali rice & topped with carrots, raisins, and Afghan spices.
Each entree comes with an Afghan style pasta salad with broccoli, tomatoes, and cucumbers tossed in cilantro chutney.*
*Side can be made GF with a green salad with cilantro chutney.
— February 1, 2018
Meat Entree (GF): Chicken Korma and Quabali Rice.
Vegan Entree (GF): Roasted Okra with Potatoes and Tomatoes.
Each entree is served with Gluten Free Vegetable Soup (cabbage, carrots, garbanzo beans, spinach, cilantro, and chili pepper).
— October 26, 2017
Meat Entree (GF): Kufta Kebab (Beef & Lamb) with Afghan Spiced Rice.
Vegan Entree (GF): Subzi Korma (Spinach, Kidney Beans, & Onions in Tomato Sauce) with Afghan Spiced Rice.
Each entree comes with a tomato salad with green onions, white onion, cilantro, and jalapeno peppers.
— August 3, 2017
Meat Entree (GF): Kufta Kebab (Beef & Lamb) with Afghan Spiced Rice.
Vegan Entree (GF): Subzi Korma (Spinach, Kidney Beans, & Onions in Tomato Sauce) with Afghan Spiced Rice.
Each entree comes with a tomato salad with green onions, white onion, cilantro, and jalapeno peppers.
— May 11, 2017
Meat Entree (GF): Kufta Kebab (Beef & Lamb) with Afghan Spiced Rice.
Vegan Entree (GF): Subzi Korma (Spinach, Kidney Beans, & Onions in Tomato Sauce) with Afghan Spiced Rice.
Each entree comes with a tomato salad with green onions, white onion, cilantro, and jalapeno peppers.
