Name: Georgian Spiced Meat Dumplings with Yogurt Sauce
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Khinkali
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or lamb; 1/2 lb ground pork; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup grated carrot; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 lb all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 3/4 cup warm water; 1 egg

Handmade meat and vegetable dumplings with a distinctive pleated top, a staple of Georgian cuisine.

Method

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, pork, onion, garlic, dill, parsley, carrot, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add warm water and egg, then mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
Divide the dough into 12-16 portions. Roll each into a round shape, about 4 inches in diameter.
Place 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture in the center of each dough round. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape, then pinch the edges to seal. Twist the top to create a pleated appearance.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the khinkali and cook for 10-12 minutes until they float to the surface. Drain and serve hot with a side of garlic yogurt sauce.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.