Khachapuri with garlic
4 servings
30 minutes
Khachapuri with garlic is a fragrant Georgian dish that combines tender dough, salty cheese, spicy cheese, and the rich flavor of garlic. Its roots go back to the ancient traditions of Georgia's mountainous regions, where khachapuri was considered a symbol of hospitality. The feature of this version is the pronounced garlic note that gives the flatbread spiciness and an appetizing aroma. The kefir-based dough makes the dish airy and soft, while the filling is hearty and rich. Khachapuri with garlic is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a friendly gathering, emphasizing warmth and homely comfort. It is best served hot with fresh vegetables and herbs to fully reveal its flavor.
1
We add sugar and salt to the kefir, extinguish the baking soda with vinegar, and mix.
- Kefir: 1 glass
- Sugar: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Baking soda reacted with acid: 1 teaspoon
2
Add flour to the kefir to make a soft dough and knead it.
- Wheat flour: to taste
3
Roll the dough into a ball, cover with plastic wrap or a bowl, and let it rest for half an hour.
4
Then we divide the dough into 4 parts and roll out thin flatbreads.
5
For the filling, we salt the cottage cheese, add grated cheese and crushed garlic, and mix everything. We place the filling in the center of the flatbreads and pinch them like pies. We flatten them a bit.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 400 g
- Cheese: to taste
- Garlic: 2 cloves
6
Fry in a dry skillet with a thick bottom over medium heat for 7-10 minutes on each side until golden brown.
