Name: Khinkali with Beef and Onion Filling
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Georgian
Ingredients: 500g beef chuck; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp cumin; 1/4 tsp paprika; 200g flour; 100ml water; 1 egg

Traditional Georgian dumplings filled with spiced beef and onions, steamed to perfection.

Method

In a bowl, mix beef, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika until well combined.
In another bowl, mix flour, water, and egg to form a dough. Knead until smooth, then rest 30 minutes.
Divide dough into 20 portions. Roll each into a circle, fill with meat mixture, and fold into a pouch.
Steam in a basket for 25 minutes until dough is firm and filling is cooked through.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.