Khachapuri (Georgian National Food) | Street Food | Georgian Staple Food

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides similar tanginess with more protein.

bread dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought dough

Whole wheat dough increases fiber content.

Prepare the bread dough by mixing warm milk, warm water, active dry yeast, sugar, olive oil, All Purpose Flour, and kosher salt until a smooth dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until elastic.

Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).

Roll out the risen dough into an oval shape on a floured surface.

Mix the cheese blend of Mozzarella, Feta, and Cheddar in a bowl until well combined.

Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a border around the edges.

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to create a boat shape, pinching the ends to seal.

Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and make a small well in the center of the cheese filling.

Crack an egg into the well and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the egg white is set.

Brush the crust with melted butter before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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