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Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)

10 March, 2019 by Tara 11 Comments

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Khabizgina (ხაბიზგინა, Cheese and Potato Bread) recipe for #EattheWorld Georgia! This Ossetian Khachapuri is stuffed with mashed potatoes and two types of cheese.

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Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)

#EattheWorld

It is time again for the #EattheWorld Recipe Challenge created by Evelyne of Culture Eatz! Each month we are assigned a different country (check out some of my previous posts for Ireland, Kenya, Sweden, and Argentina) as inspiration and post on the 10th. This month, we are celebrating Georgia and I made Khabizgina (ხაბიზგინა) for the event.

Khabizgina (ხაბიზგინა, Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)

Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)

Khabizgina is a type of Khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) from South Ossetia (Tskhinvali Region) high in the Caucasus Mountains. Adapted from a recipe in Tasting Georgia, the yeast-based bread is formed into a circle and filled with grated potatoes, butter, and a mixture of sheep’s and cow’s cheese (I used a combination of feta and mozzarella). Other fillings may include herbs or cabbage.

After mixing the ingredients together and kneading, the soft dough is allowed to rise in a warm spot for about 1 1/2 hours. During this time, you can prep the filling by boiling, peeling, and grating the potatoes before mixing with melted butter, and the cheese.

On a lightly floured surface, roll the risen dough into a large, thin circle. Place the filling in the center, spreading it out into a flat layer, leaving a large border around the edges. The edges are folded in to completely enclose the filling and sealed by pinching together. The trick is to make sure you completely seal the folded edges to keep any of the filling from seeping out during baking. Check the bread for tears or holes before flipping over, seam-side down, and gently rolling or patting into a flattened, smooth circle.

Pierce the top of the bread a few times with a fork and brush with a beaten egg before transferring to a hot oven. Once baked through and golden, immediately brush with butter, slice into wedges, and serve hot.

Check out what everyone else made for the event:

Check out all the wonderful Georgian dishes prepared by fellow Eat the World members and share with #eattheworld. Click here to find out how to join and have fun exploring a country a month in the kitchen with us!

Bernice: Fresh Herb Walnut Tomato Cucumber Salad
Camilla: A Georgian Salad Duo: Ispanakhis Pkhali and Charkhlis Mkhali
Tara: Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)
Juli: Satsivi – Georgian Walnut Turkey
Evelyne: Georgian Ajika Dry Spice Paste
Amy: Georgian Chicken Stew with Tomatoes and Herbs [Chakhokhbili]
Margaret: Charkhlis Chogi (Georgian Beets with Sour Cherry Sauce)
Amy: Lobiani (Georgian Bean-Stuffed Bread) #EattheWorld
Wendy: Khinkali (Georgian Dumplings)
Simply Inspired Meals: Fruit Leather aka Tklapi

Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)

Khabizgina (ხაბიზგინა, Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread) Recipe

Adapted from Tasting Georgia

Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)
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Khabizgina (Ossetian Cheese and Potato Bread)

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Georgian
Keyword bread, cheese, Georgia, Georgian, khabizgina, potato
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 1 Khabizgina

Ingredients

Bread:

  • 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk lukewarm at 105-115˚F
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) yogurt room temperature
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon (200 grams) bread flour

Filling:

  • 9 ounces (260 grams) potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter melted
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) feta cheese crumbled
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Topping:

  • 1 egg beaten, for brushing
  • 1 tablespoon butter for brushing after baking

Instructions

To make the bread:

  • In a small bowl, combine the milk, sugar, and yeast. Allow to rest for 10 minutes, until frothy.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough attachment or a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the yogurt, egg, sour cream, salt, and bread flour to create a smooth and slightly sticky dough. 
  • On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough to form a smooth and elastic ball, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat, and cover. Allow to rest in a warm spot for 75-90 minutes, until puffed. 

To make the filling:

  • Place the unpeeled potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, add salt, and reduce heat to medium low and cover. Cook until the potatoes are tender. Drain and allow to cool enough to handle.
  • Peel the potatoes and grate or mash into a mixing bowl. Fold in the melted butter, feta, and mozzarella (don't overmix). Season to taste with salt and pepper. 

To assemble:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C). Place a pizza stone or large round baking sheet on the center rack of the oven. 
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the risen dough into a large, thin circle. Place the filling in the center, spreading it out into a flat layer, leaving a large border around the edges.
  • Fold the edges in towards the center and seal the edges well to completely cover the filling. Flip the bread over, seam-side down, and gently pat or roll to create a smooth, stretched circle with the filling sealed inside. 
  • Pierce the top of the bread all over with a fork and brush with the beaten egg. 
  • Transfer to the stone or hot pan in the preheated oven and bake until golden, 30-40 minutes. The bread may puff, but will settle back down when removed from the oven.
  • Immediately brush the top with butter. Cut into wedges and serve hot. 
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Comments

  1. Juli Meyers

    10 March, 2019 at 7:33 am

    I love stuffed breads but havent made many, i can’t wait to try. Anything with potatoes and cheese is amazing.

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  2. Mary Bostow

    10 March, 2019 at 10:19 am

    Aw, this sounds soooo totally my thing…. drool…. This is a good idea and amazing recipe too. Something very unique and colorful. Need to try it out.

    Reply
  3. Julie Wallace

    10 March, 2019 at 10:49 am

    I always want to come to your house for dinner. This looks amazing! I always learn something from you, too – I had no idea this bread existed, and I’ve definitely been missing out! I’m drooling, seriously.

    Reply
  4. Veena Azmanov

    10 March, 2019 at 11:37 am

    I cant wait to try this delicious Bread. Potatoes and Cheese both are my favorite options. Surely yummy and best snack too.

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  5. Mary

    10 March, 2019 at 12:22 pm

    Can’t go wrong with cheese bread! This looks amazing!

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  6. Krista Price

    10 March, 2019 at 1:15 pm

    Honestly, I don’t know that I’d be able to stop after one slice. It’s like a quesadilla with bread, and I’M ALL ABOUT IT! Thanks for sharing this! I can’t wait to give it a try and eat the whole dang thing!

    Reply
  7. Evelyne

    10 March, 2019 at 1:56 pm

    I was very tempted to make this recipe if not sick. it looks so amazing and cheesy!

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  8. Wendy Klik

    10 March, 2019 at 4:38 pm

    I love this. We are doing cheese filled breads for Bread Bakers this month and I made my recipe tonight for dinner. I wish I had read this yesterday!!! Oh well, I”ll just have to make it for no reason other than pure enjoyment.

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  9. SallyBR

    10 March, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    This looks absolutely amazing! that last picture showing the inside made me go weak in the knees…

    I need this in my life…

    Reply
  10. Margaret@Kitchen Frau

    10 March, 2019 at 7:58 pm

    You’ve created a work of art there. It looks like comfort food of the best kind. Not sure how you got it looking so even and good (mine would not look like that, I’m sure!) I bet it’s fantastic with that cheese inside it.

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  11. Simply Inspired Meals

    11 March, 2019 at 9:07 am

    This sounds really yummy and I’ve never tried a stuffed bread. I’m saving for later to give it a try!

    Reply

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