Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 4
A bold and flavorful dish from Georgian cuisine, Kuchmachi is a rich and aromatic delicacy made from chicken, beef, or pork offal, slow-cooked with spices, walnuts, and pomegranate seeds. This dish showcases the depth of Georgian culinary traditions, offering a balance of savory, nutty, and slightly tangy flavors. Perfect for those who appreciate authentic, rustic dishes with a unique twist!
Ingredients For Kuchmachi�
☑ 1 lb (450g) chicken, beef, or pork hearts, liver, and lungs (cleaned & chopped) 🍖
☑ 2 tablespoons 🥄 butter or vegetable oil 🧈
☑ 1 large onion, finely chopped 🧅
☑ 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 black pepper ✨
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 ground coriander 🌿
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 paprika 🌶
☑ ¼ teaspoon 🥄 chili flakes (optional) 🔥
☑ ½ cup walnuts, finely chopped 🌰
☑ ½ cup pomegranate seeds 🍷
☑ 2 tablespoons 🥄 fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
☑ 1 teaspoon 🥄 pomegranate molasses (optional, for extra tang) 🍋
🔥 For Serving:
☑ Warm cornbread or flatbread 🍞
☑ Extra pomegranate seeds & cilantro for garnish
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Kuchmachi�
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Offal
1️⃣ Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add chopped hearts, liver, and lungs, searing until browned.
3️⃣ Stir in onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
🔥 Step 2: Add Spices & Nuts
1️⃣ Season with salt, pepper, coriander, paprika, and chili flakes.
2️⃣ Stir in walnuts and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
🔥 Step 3: Finish with Pomegranate
1️⃣ Add pomegranate seeds and optional pomegranate molasses.
2️⃣ Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
🔥 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Garnish with fresh cilantro and extra pomegranate seeds.
2️⃣ Serve warm with cornbread or flatbread for an authentic Georgian experience!
🍖 Hearty, spiced, and packed with bold flavors, Kuchmachi is a must-try dish for those who love rustic and traditional cooking! Whether as a main course or a side dish, this Georgian specialty delivers an unforgettable taste. 🍷✨
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