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Ossetian Khachapuri – A Georgian Cheese Bread Recipe

Georgian steampunk recipes — classic dishes reimagined with storytelling and flavor.

Intro/Story

In the mechanical heart of the Chrononaut’s kitchen, the Ossetian Khachapuri rises like a golden disk. Stuffed with layers of cheese and potatoes, this round bread mirrors the gears of time itself – a hearty companion for explorers navigating the steamy corridors of culinary invention.

Ossetian Khachapuri is a traditional variation from the Ossetian region of Georgia. Unlike crescent or boat‑shaped styles, it is a flat, round bread filled with cheese, potatoes, or sometimes meat. Khachapuri (Georgian: ხაჭაპური) is considered to be one of Georgia’s most famous national dishes, and several of Georgia’s regions have their own distinctive type. In this recipe we show how to make a khachapuri filled with cheese and beetroot leaves. This type of khachapuri comes from South Ossetia, where it is called Chakhragina. It is also a popular khachapuri in the Shida Kartli region (Georgian: შიდა ქართლი), which borders South Ossetia. It is also known as Pkhlovana Khachapuri. Its balanced filling and circular shape make it a staple of everyday meals and festive occasions alike.

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Ingredients

• 500 g all‑purpose flour
• 250 ml warm milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 7 g dry yeast
• 200 g sulguni or mozzarella cheese (grated)
• 200 g boiled potatoes (mashed)
• 50 g butter

Preparation Parameters

• Preparation time: 60 minutes
• Cooking time: 25 minutes
• Total time: 85 minutes
• Yield: 1 piece

Preparation

1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk with sugar, let rest 10 minutes.
2. Mix flour, salt, egg, and yeast mixture into a soft dough. Knead until smooth.
3. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
4. Prepare filling: mix mashed potatoes with grated cheese.
5. Roll dough into circles, place filling in center, fold edges over, then flatten into a round disk.
6. Bake at 200°C for 20–25 minutes until golden.
7. Brush with melted butter before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per piece)

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbohydrates: 38 g
• Fat: 14 g

Tips & Variations

• Replace potatoes with sautéed mushrooms for a different flavor.
• Add fresh herbs (dill, parsley) to the filling for brightness.
• Serve warm with sour cream or yogurt.
• For Steampunk styling: present on iron plates with gear‑shaped props.

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