Khachapuri with cheese and kefir
Origin of the recipe
Khachapuri with cheese and kefir is a traditional Georgian dish originating in the Caucasus region. The use of kefir in the dough gives it a unique softness and flavor, and the combination of cheese makes it popular among lovers of Georgian cuisine.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
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Suluguni
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Kefir
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Egg
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Flour
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Salt
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Butter
Kitchen utensils
- Bowl
- Sieve
- Fork
- 18 cm frying pan with lid
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Grate the suluguni cheese on a coarse grater.
Step 2:
In a bowl, combine cheese and kefir.
Step 3:
Beat one egg and whisk the mixture well.
Step 4:
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until smooth.
Step 5:
Gradually add flour, kneading the dough.
Step 6:
Add salt to taste and stir again.
Step 7:
Melt the butter in a heated frying pan.
Step 8:
Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the surface.
Step 9:
Cover and cook for about 8 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.
Step 10:
Turn the khachapuri over, cover with a lid and fry for another 8 minutes until done.
Cooking tips
Use fresh suluguni cheese—it will give the dish a rich flavor and a chewy texture.
The dough should not be too runny or too stiff - adjust the amount of flour according to the consistency.
Before frying, make sure the butter is well heated so that the khachapuri turns out golden brown and crispy on the bottom.
For a richer flavor, you can add a little butter inside or on top of the finished dish.
Serve hot so that the cheese is gooey and flavorful.