Chakapuli facts for kids
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| Type | Stew |
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| Main ingredients | Lamb or veal, onions, cherry plums, dry white wine, potatoes, tarragon leaves, herbs, garlic |
Chakapuli is a delicious Georgian stew. It is one of the most loved dishes in the country of Georgia. People often enjoy Chakapuli during spring, especially for holidays like Easter.
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What is Chakapuli Made Of?
Chakapuli is usually made with tender lamb or veal. The recipe also includes fresh onions, special tarragon leaves, and sour cherry plums. Sometimes, a tangy sauce called tkemali (which is made from cherry plums) is used instead of the whole fruit.
Other important ingredients are dry white wine, a mix of fresh herbs like parsley, mint, dill, and coriander, along with garlic and salt. Did you know that Chakapuli can also be made with beef or even mushrooms instead of lamb?
How to Cook Chakapuli
Making Chakapuli involves a few steps to get it just right.
Cooking the Meat
First, the chopped lamb is cooked with white wine in a deep pot. This pot is then placed into an oven. The meat cooks slowly for about 1.5 hours. This long, slow cooking makes the lamb very tender.
Adding Flavors
After the lamb has cooked for a while, it is mixed with the tkemali sauce. Then, chopped fresh greens and garlic are added to the pot. The dish goes back into the oven for another 5 minutes. This short cooking time helps all the flavors blend together.
Serving the Dish
Once it's done cooking, Chakapuli is taken out of the oven and allowed to rest for about 5 minutes. This resting time helps the flavors settle even more. Then, it's ready to be served and enjoyed!
