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Cheese Khachapuri

Cultural Context

Originating from Georgia, Khachapuri is a traditional cheese-filled bread that reflects the country's rich culinary heritage. It is often enjoyed as a snack or main dish and is a staple at festive gatherings. Today, variations like Adjarian Khachapuri, topped with an egg and butter, have gained popularity beyond Georgia, celebrated in many restaurants worldwide.

GeorgianGEmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
75ml milk
75ml water
12g brewer's yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
260g flour
1 tbsp oil
200-240g cheese
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp flour
3 eggs
30g butter

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta is lower in fat while cottage cheese is often more affordable.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, and margarine is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while bread flour can be cheaper in some regions.

1

Mix warm milk, water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl; let sit until frothy.

2

Combine flour and salt in a large bowl; make a well in the center.

3

Add the yeast mixture and oil to the flour; mix until a dough forms.

4

Knead the dough until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.

5

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled.

6

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

7

Divide the risen dough into portions and shape each into a round disc.

8

Roll out each disc into an oval shape.

9

Mix cheese with additional flour and water in a bowl; fill the center of each dough oval with the cheese mixture.

10

Fold the edges of the dough over the cheese to create a boat shape.

11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, then return to the oven for another 5-7 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Adjarian KhachapuriImeretian Khachapuri

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