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Classic Georgian Khinkali

Name: Classic Georgian Khinkali
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Georgian
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef; 1/2 lb (225g) ground pork; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp coriander; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; 12 oz (340g) khinkali dough; 1/4 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup garlic sauce (like adjika)

A traditional Georgian dumpling filled with spiced meat and served with a side of garlic sauce.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, mix ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, coriander, cumin, and paprika.
Divide the dough into 12 portions and roll into small circles.
Place a spoonful of meat mixture in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the dough to form a dumpling, pinching the edges to seal.
Boil water and cook the khinkali for 15-20 minutes until they float.
Serve with sour cream, parsley, and garlic sauce.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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