Khachapuri: A must-try dish in Georgia! It’s a cheese-filled bread that comes in various regional styles. The most famous ones are Adjarian Khachapuri (boat-shaped, filled with cheese, butter, and an egg yolk) and Imeretian Khachapuri (open-faced with melted cheese).
Khinkali: These are Georgian dumplings filled with meat (usually pork or beef), but you can also find vegetarian versions. The proper way to eat khinkali is to hold the dumpling by the twisted top, take a small bite to suck out the broth, and then enjoy the rest.
Satsivi: A delicious walnut sauce typically served with chicken or turkey. The sauce is rich and flavored with various spices, making it a unique and delightful dish.
Mtsvadi (Shashlik): Grilled meat on skewers, often made with pork, beef, or chicken. The meat is usually marinated with spices and served with onions and pomegranate seeds.
Lobio: Georgian-style beans cooked with herbs and spices, often served in a clay pot.
Pkhali: Vegetarian appetizers made from minced vegetables (like spinach, beets, or eggplant) mixed with ground walnuts and various herbs and spices.
Churchkhela: A traditional Georgian candy made by dipping a string of nuts (usually walnuts, hazelnuts, or almonds) into a thickened grape juice mixture, resulting in a tasty and energy-packed treat.
Gebjalia: A type of cheese pie made from a mixture of cheese, eggs, and flour.
Mingrelian Khachapuri: A variety of khachapuri from Samegrelo, characterized by its open-faced style with melted cheese, butter, and sometimes topped with a raw egg.
Elarji: A dish made from maize (corn) flour and Sulguni cheese. It has a unique texture and is often served with butter.
Megrelian Kharcho: A variant of the Georgian Kharcho soup, but with a distinct flavor from the use of local herbs and spices.
Megrelian Sulguni: A type of brined cheese characteristic of Samegrelo, often served as an appetizer.
Rachuli Lobiani: A variation of the traditional Georgian bean-filled bread (lobiani) made with a special bean variety called “achma.”
Chvishdari: A type of cornbread made with cornmeal and cheese.
Rachuli Gvezeli: A pastry filled with cottage cheese and potatoes.
Racha Mutton Soup: A hearty soup made with mutton, potatoes, and various spices.
Shkmeruli: a popular Georgian dish consisting of tender chicken cooked in a creamy garlic sauce.
Kubdari: A savory meat-filled pastry, usually stuffed with spiced minced meat (beef or pork) and onions.
Tashmijabi: A dish made with potato and cheese, often served as a side dish.
Svanetian Salt: A famous seasoning blend made from a mix of dried herbs, spices, and salt, used to enhance the flavor of various dishes.
Svanetian Goulash: A meat stew made with beef, onions, potatoes, and flavored with herbs and spices.
Chakapuli: a traditional Georgian stew made with tender lamb or beef, flavored with tarragon, onions, white wine, and herbs.
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