Chvishtari (Georgian Cornbread with Cheese)
Chvishtari is one of the most delicious and simple dishes from Imeretian cuisine. It's a golden, crispy cornbread with melted, salty cheese nestled inside. Perfect served alongside any meal or enjoyed on its own as a delightful snack.
Ingredients
- water200 ml
- Salt½ tsp
- Oil (for frying)3 tbsp
Instructions
6 steps- 1
Place the cornmeal in a large bowl, add salt, and mix well.
1 min
- 2
Gradually add warm water and knead the dough. The dough should be soft but not sticky. Add more flour or water if necessary.
5 min
- 3
Grate the cheese on a coarse grater or cut it into small cubes.
2 min
- 4
Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll out each part into a small round disc, place cheese in the center, and seal it so the cheese is enclosed. Then flatten it again into a round shape, about 1.5-2 cm thick.
5 min
- 5
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the chvishtari on both sides until golden brown and crispy (about 5-7 minutes per side).
14 min
170°C
- 6
Transfer the cooked chvishtari to a paper towel to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
1 min
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 199 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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