1. Khinkali
Georgian dumplings known as khinkali are considered to be one of the national dishes of the country. The dumplings are filled with meat and spices (mushrooms, potatoes, cheese can be used instead of meat). Then traditionally twisted into a knot at the top. Regional differences influence the fillings and every part of Georgia has their distinctive variety. For example, in the mountainous regions, the most traditional filling is lamb.
The most frequent variety (often served in Georgian restaurants) throughout entire Georgia is a mixture of pork and beef.
2. Adjarian Khachapuri
Khachapuri, Georgian bread stuffed with melting cheese, eggs, and butter, is one of the most famous Georgian dishes. It comes in many varieties. The most regular is Imeretian, which has a round shape. There is also Megrelian, which has some cheese added. But the top dish of Georgian cuisine that foreign tourists must try is definitely Adjarian Khachapuri (Acharuli).
Acharuli is the one where the dough is formed into an open boat shape. It’s topped with a raw egg and butter before serving. Originally coming from Adjara, which is a seaside region. It has a form of boat from the black sea. An egg over it is the symbol of the sun going down in the sea.
3. Shkmeruli
Shkmeruli is among Top 5 Must-try Georgian Dishes. Roast chicken in garlic sauce is a very old Rachan dish. It it is one of the most popular dishes in Georgian restaurants. The name derives from one of the villages in Racha. Region of Georgia, Shkmeri.
4. Satsivi
Satsivi is a thick nut paste. It usually includes garlic, coriander, cinnamon, vinegar, and hot peppers. Satsivi is an accompaniment to meat dishes. However, you can try it with vegetable dishes, alongside fish, or even with boiled eggs.
5. Elarji
The legend says that Elarji’s creation was an accident. Shepherds, who would stay with their herds for months at a time in the mountainous area of Samegrelo.
These shepherds must have had ground cornmeal with them and, when they milked the cows. They would make cheese and boil it over a low flame. This created elarji, a shared meal mashed directly from the pot. And onto a wide platter to spread across its whole surface.
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