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Ojakuri

Cultural Context

Ojakuri is a traditional Georgian dish that showcases the country's rich agricultural heritage. Originating from rural kitchens, it combines hearty ingredients like potatoes and meat, reflecting the communal spirit of Georgian meals. This dish is often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, embodying the warmth and hospitality characteristic of Georgian culture. Today, Ojakuri has gained popularity beyond its borders, with variations appearing in many Eastern European cuisines.

GeorgianGEmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 pounds potatoes
1 lb pork
1 cup onions
4 cloves garlic
1 cup red bell pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup parsley
1 tablespoon coriander
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup cucumbers
1 cup tomatoes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Cut the freshly peeled potatoes into cubes.

2

Fry the potatoes in vegetable oil until crispy on the outside.

3

Slice the red pepper and garlic.

4

Prepare a Georgian salad by slicing cucumbers and tomatoes, adding coriander, salt, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, then mixing.

5

Fry the potatoes until they are crispy and then mix with herbs and spices, salt, and more oil.

6

Top the fried potatoes with parsley and basil.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

skilletbaking dishknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

OjakuriOjakuri with Potatoes

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