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Walnut‑Stuffed Onions – Authentic Georgian Starter Recipe

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In a chamber of brass gears and copper pipes, onions are softened in iron cauldrons while pistons grind walnuts into a golden paste. Steam valves hiss as garlic and herbs swirl through the mixture. The onions emerge filled and fragrant, preserved in a mechanical rhythm of nut and spice – a Georgian invention of earthy delight.

Walnut‑Stuffed Onions are a traditional Georgian appetizer, often served cold on festive tables. Onions are boiled until tender, then filled with a walnut‑herb paste. This dish reflects Georgia’s love for walnuts and aromatic seasonings, offering a balance of sweetness from onions and depth from the nutty filling.

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Ingredients

• 4 medium onions
• 150 g walnuts (ground)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds (ground)
• 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste

Preparation Parameters

• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 0 minutes
• Total time: 75 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings

Preparation

1. Boil onions until tender, peel, and separate layers.
2. Grind walnuts, garlic, spices, herbs, vinegar, salt, and pepper into a paste.
3. Fill onion layers with walnut mixture.
4. Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Facts (per stuffed onion)

• Calories: ~110
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbohydrates: 10 g
• Fat: 7 g (healthy fats from walnuts)
• Rich in antioxidants and plant protein.

Tips & Variations

• Garnish with pomegranate seeds for freshness.
• Use red onions for a sweeter flavor.
• Serve with bread or as part of a starter platter.
• Add chili for a spicier walnut paste.

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