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Imeruli Khachapuri – Georgian Cheese-Filled Bread

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Imeruli Khachapuri is a delicious Georgian bread filled with a rich combination of cheeses and egg. Soft, cheesy, and comforting, this dish is perfect for breakfast or as a savory snack. It features a tender dough and a gooey, flavorful filling of mozzarella, feta, and butter.

Ingredients

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For the dough:

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar
  • 0.5 cup warm milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the filling:

  • 1.5 cups grated mozzarella cheese (or sulguni if available)
  • 0.67 cup crumbled feta cheese (or imeruli if available)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Make the dough:
    In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Gradually add the warm milk, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or use a stand mixer with a dough hook to knead.
  • First rise:
    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Prepare the filling:
    In a small bowl, combine the grated mozzarella, crumbled feta, and egg. Stir the ingredients together until they are well combined.
  • Shape the loaves:
    Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle approximately 9-10 inches in diameter.
  • Fill the loaves:
    Place half of the cheese filling in the center of one of the dough circles. Pull the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pinching them together to seal. Repeat this process with the second dough circle and the remaining filling.
  • Second rise:
    Place the filled loaves onto a lightly floured baking sheet and let them rise for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  • Cook:
    Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the loaves for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and the cheese filling is melted and bubbly. Brush the loaves with butter before flipping them to enhance the flavor and texture.
  • Serve:
    Once cooked, cut the loaves into slices and serve them warm.

Notes

  • If you cannot find sulguni or imeruli cheese, mozzarella and feta make a great substitute, though the traditional cheese used in Imeruli Khachapuri will give a slightly different flavor.
  • These khachapuri can be served with a dollop of sour cream for extra richness.

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