Name: Georgian Meat and Broth Dumplings (Khinkali)
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Georgian
Ingredients: 250g ground beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 200g all-purpose flour; 1 egg; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 clove garlic, minced

A traditional Georgian dish of meat-filled dumplings with a rich broth, served with a side of garlic and sour cream.

Method

In a bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
In another bowl, combine flour, egg, and water to make a dough. Knead until smooth, then let rest for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into small portions and roll into circles. Place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center.
Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal. Place on a floured surface.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 8-10 minutes until they float to the surface.
Drain the dumplings and serve with a side of sour cream and minced garlic.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.