Shkmeruli

3 servings

40 minutes

Shkmeruli is a fragrant and rich dish from Georgian cuisine that captivates with its tender taste and appetizing texture. Its history traces back to the Racha region, where chicken is traditionally cooked in a garlic cream sauce. The main feature is the combination of crispy golden-brown chicken skin pressed down and the rich garlic sauce that reveals depth of flavor. The cream adds velvety softness to the dish, while pomegranate seeds provide bright refreshing notes. Shkmeruli is ideal for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 748.5
• Proteins: 26.6g
• Fats: 69.5g
• Carbohydrates: 5.2g

Ingredients

• Chick: 1 pc
• Svanetian salt: 5 g
• Salt: 2 g
• Cream 22%: 120 ml
• Vegetable oil: 120 ml
• Garlic: 20 g
• Dill: 5 g
• Pomegranate seeds: 20 g

Cooking steps

1. Cut the chicken in half along the breast and wash it well.

2. Dry it and sprinkle regular salt on top, and Svan salt inside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 2 g
   • Svanetian salt: 5 g

3. Pour oil into the pan and heat it well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 120 ml

4. Place the chicken skin-side down, press it, and fry until partially cooked.

5. Then flip the chicken, press it again, and fry until cooked through.

6. Grate the garlic on a fine grater and sauté in vegetable oil over low heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 20 g
   • Vegetable oil: 120 ml

7. Add cream and reduce to a thick sauce consistency.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream 22%: 120 ml

8. Cut the cooked chicken into small pieces and drizzle with sauce.

9. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and dill leaves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pomegranate seeds: 20 g
   • Dill: 5 g