Description
Sesame Khachapuri is a delightful Georgian cheese bread that features a crispy crust filled with a savory blend of feta, mozzarella, and ricotta cheeses. Topped with nutty sesame seeds and optionally an egg yolk, this dish is a comforting and indulgent treat for cheese lovers.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large egg
Filling:
- 2 cups crumbled feta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 egg yolks (for topping, optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm milk. Let it sit until foamy.
- Prepare the dough: Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Add yeast mixture, olive oil, and egg. Knead until a soft dough forms. Let rise.
- Shape the dough: Divide dough, roll into ovals, and shape into boats. Fill with cheese mixture.
- Bake: Brush edges with butter, sprinkle sesame seeds, and bake until golden. Optionally, add egg yolk before serving.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, toast sesame seeds before sprinkling on the dough.
- Best served fresh from the oven to enjoy gooey cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Georgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 khachapuri
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
