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Adjaruli Khatchapuri with Poached Egg

A traditional Georgian cheese-filled bread with a poached egg in the center, baked to perfection.

45 minutes4 servings
Adjaruli Khatchapuri with Poached Egg
Photo: Alex Lozupone · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. 1. In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, and salt.
  2. 2. Add warm water and mix until a dough forms.
  3. 3. Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then let it rise for 1 hour.
  4. 4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread butter over it.
  5. 5. Add cheese on top and fold the dough into a boat shape.
  6. 6. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  7. 7. Bake the khatchapuri for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. 8. In a pot, bring water to a gentle simmer and add a splash of vinegar.
  9. 9. Crack the egg into a small bowl and carefully slide it into the simmering water.
  10. 10. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the white is set but the yolk is still runny.
  11. 11. Place the poached egg in the center of the khatchapuri before serving.

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