Khachapuri with black sesame oil – georgian cheese bread recipe

Khachapuri is a delicious and hearty dish that is considered one of the many culinary highlights of Eastern cuisine. The first references to khachapuri date back to the 12th century, also known as the era of the Georgian Renaissance. The name khachapuri consists of two words: «khacho», meaning cheese, and «puri», literally translated as bread.

Using black sesame oil to prepare khachapuri dough gives the pastry a richer, more distinctive flavor while also increasing its nutritional value. This plant-based oil contains up to 47% omega-6 and up to 42% omega-9 fatty acids, which are involved in lipid metabolism and collagen fiber production, helping maintain skin elasticity and smoothness.

Black sesame oil also contains sesamin, sesamol, and sesamolin — lignans known for their powerful antioxidant properties — as well as phytosterols, biologically active compounds that may support hormonal balance and help reduce levels of «bad» cholesterol.

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Ingredients

To make flavorful, aromatic, and hearty Georgian khachapuri, you will need the following ingredients for 4 servings:

• ½ teaspoon salt;
• ½ teaspoon sugar;
• 200 g water;
• 40 g sesame oil;
• 300 g all-purpose flour;
• ½ teaspoon dry yeast;

For the filling:

• 150 g Adyghe cheese;
• 4 eggs;
• 200 g Sulguni cheese;
• 100 g cream;
• 1 heaped teaspoon flour;
• 5–6 sprigs of fresh dill;

Step-by-step khachapuri recipe

Start by preparing the filling. Grate the Adyghe cheese and Sulguni cheese, then combine them with the cream. Mix and knead the ingredients by hand until you have a smooth, thick, and slightly sticky mixture.

Add the flour and mix everything thoroughly once again. Set the filling aside to rest. Rinse the fresh dill under running water and finely chop it.

Sift the flour twice through a fine sieve. Combine it with the other dry ingredients: sugar, salt, and dry yeast.

Mix well, then add the lukewarm water and let the mixture stand for 3–5 minutes. Knead the dough until there are no lumps. Pour in the sesame oil and mix thoroughly once again.

Leave the dough to rise for approximately 20 minutes. Then knead it gently by hand and divide it into 4 equal portions.

Shape each portion of dough into a small boat-shaped khachapuri. Place the dough boats on a baking sheet lightly greased with vegetable oil. Using a tablespoon, make a shallow indentation in the center of each piece.

Fill each indentation with the prepared cheese filling and crack one egg over the top. Sprinkle the uncooked khachapuri with finely chopped fresh dill.

Place the khachapuri in a preheated oven and bake at 200°C (392°F) for approximately 15–20 minutes. Once baked, allow the khachapuri to rest for another 4–5 minutes before serving.

Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful traditional Georgian cheese bread with its rich, aromatic sesame-oil-infused dough.

Notes:

You can also use camelina oil, mustard oil, or pumpkin seed oil when preparing this traditional Georgian dish. If you replace half of the wheat flour with camelina flour, the dough will acquire an appetizing golden color and a distinctive flavor.

Camelina flour, as well as a wide selection of raw, cold-pressed oils, is always available in the CraftOil online store.