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Kubdari – Georgian Meat‑Filled Bread Recipe

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In the Chrononaut’s iron oven, Kubdari emerges as a bread of power. Stuffed with spiced meat, its aroma mingles with the hiss of steam pipes and the glow of copper lanterns – a hearty invention forged for explorers of time and taste.

Kubdari (Georgian: კუბდარი) is a traditional bread from the Svaneti region of Georgia. It is filled with seasoned meat, typically beef or pork, mixed with onions and spices. Unlike cheese‑based khachapuri, Kubdari is a robust, savory bread that reflects the mountain cuisine of Svaneti. It is considered one of Georgia’s most iconic filled breads, often prepared for festive occasions and family gatherings.

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Ingredients

• 500 g all‑purpose flour
• 250 ml warm water
• 1 tsp salt
• 7 g dry yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 300 g beef or pork (finely chopped)
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• 50 g butter

Preparation Parameters

• Preparation time: 75 minutes
• Cooking time: 30 minutes
• Total time: 105 minutes
• Yield: 1 piece

Preparation

1. Dissolve yeast in warm water with sugar, let rest 10 minutes.
2. Mix flour and salt, add yeast mixture, knead into smooth dough.
3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
4. Prepare filling: mix chopped meat with onion, garlic, and spices.
5. Roll dough into circles, place filling in center, fold edges over, then flatten into a round disk.
6. Bake at 200°C for 25–30 minutes until golden.
7. Brush with melted butter before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per piece)

• Calories: 380 kcal
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbohydrates: 40 g
• Fat: 16 g

Tips & Variations

• Use lamb for a richer flavor.
• Add fresh herbs (coriander, parsley) for brightness.
• Adjust spices to taste – Kubdari is often heavily seasoned in Svaneti.
• Serve warm with pickles or red wine.

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