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Georgian traditional Achma

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Georgian traditional achma layered with cheese and tender dough baked rich and golden. A classic Let’s Veg comfort recipe inspired by Georgian cuisine.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Georgian
Calories: 275
Ingredients Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • ¾-1 cup warm water
  • Cheese Filling
  • 2½-3 cups Georgian sulguni cheeseor a mix of mozzarella + feta grated
  • 6 tbsp butter melted

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Add egg and gradually add water to form a soft dough.
  2. Knead until smooth. Divide dough into 6 balls. Cover and rest 15 minutes.
  3. Roll each ball into a very thin sheet.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  5. Boil 5 dough sheets one at a time for 1-2 minutes. Remove and place in cold water, then drain.
  6. Leave 1 sheet uncooked (for the top layer).
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a baking dish generously.
  8. Layer: boiled dough → butter → cheese. Repeat layers generously.
  9. Finish with the uncooked dough sheet on top. Brush well with melted butter.
  10. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, until deeply golden and bubbling.
  11. Rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 226mgPotassium: 84mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 361IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a mix of cheeses for best flavor and melt
Dough should be rolled paper-thin
Achma is traditionally rich, don’t skimp on butter

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