Georgian Khinkali (Boiled Dumplings with Spiced Meat Filling)
Georgian khinkali are traditional boiled dumplings filled with spiced meat and served as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Category 1: Meat Filling
- 500g ground beef
- 250g ground pork
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Category 2: Dumpling Dough
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Khinkali Sauce (Machhuli)
Mix the following:
- 100ml sour cream
- 50g chopped fresh dill weed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Recipe Steps
1. Prepare the Meat Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, pork, garlic, dried dill weed, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix well with your hands until just combined.
2. Make the Dumpling Dough
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, water, and vegetable oil to form a smooth dough.
3. Assemble the Khinkali
Divide the dumpling dough into small balls, about the size of a small egg. Roll out each ball into a thin circle, then place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
4. Boil the Khinkali
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully add the khinkali to the boiling water and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
5. Serve with Machhuli Sauce
Serve the boiled khinkali hot with the machhuli sauce spooned over the top.
Optional: Baked Khinkali
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the boiled khinkali on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
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