Terumi Morita
May 21, 2026·Recipes·1 min read · 250 words

Khinkali (Georgian Soup Dumplings)

Khinkali are Georgian soup dumplings made with a dough wrapper filled with seasoned meat and spices, then steamed to retain the filling's juices.

Contents（4項）▾
  1. 01Ingredients & steps
  2. 02Why this works
  3. 03Autopilot guard summary
  4. 04Terumi Brain v1 review
Round pleated dumplings with twisted tops, dusted with black pepper.
RecipeGeorgian
Prep30m
Cook15m
Serves4 人分
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • 500 g ground beef
  • 200 g ground pork
  • 250 ml beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp coriander, ground
  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 200 ml water
  • 1 tsp salt (for dough)
  • flour for dusting

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, and coriander until well combined.

  2. Gradually add the beef broth to the meat mixture, stirring until it becomes a cohesive filling. This ensures the filling is juicy.

  3. In another bowl, combine the flour and 1 tsp salt. Gradually add water while mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.

  4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature. This relaxes the gluten, making it easier to roll out.

  5. Divide the dough into small balls (about 25g each). Roll each ball into a thin circle, about 10 cm in diameter, ensuring the edges are thinner than the center.

  6. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of each dough circle. Gather the edges and pleat them together to form a pouch, twisting the top to seal.

  7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully drop the khinkali into the water, ensuring they do not stick together. Cook for 10-12 minutes until they float and the dough is tender.

  8. Remove the khinkali with a slotted spoon and serve hot, dusted with black pepper. Enjoy carefully, as the broth inside can be very hot!

Why this works

This recipe utilizes a combination of ground beef and pork, which together provide a rich flavor and juicy texture. The addition of beef broth to the filling is crucial; it not only enhances the meat's flavor but also creates the signature broth inside the dumpling. The dough is made with flour and water, which, when kneaded and allowed to rest, develops gluten that gives the khinkali its chewy texture. If the dough seems too dry, add water a little at a time; if it feels too sticky, dust it with a bit of flour. Proper pleating and sealing of the dumplings are essential to retain the broth during cooking. They should be boiled until they float, indicating that they are cooked through; undercooking will leave the dough too firm, while overcooking can result in a mushy texture. Mastering these techniques will yield delightful khinkali every time.

Autopilot guard summary

  • truth: approved
  • quality: approved (score 100)
  • similarity: approved (score 0.071 vs xiao-long-bao)
  • regulatory: approved
  • image: approved

Terumi Brain v1 review

  • grade: B · overall 78/100 · readiness needs_minor_edits
  • scores: chef=100 science=30 repair=95 culture=90 safety=100 taste=54 mon=60 geo=95

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