How to eat properly khinkali: Instructions from the chef of the restaurant of Georgian cuisine

Like it or not, khinkali always eaten with the fingers, with matter, it is a family dinner or a first date. Just so it is accepted - the golden rule. In another way, alas, no way.

Mamiya Jojua, chef of the restaurant of Georgian cuisine "Kazbek"

In Georgia, according to the chef, there khinkali with a knife and fork - a bad taste.

"Khinkali - a self-contained dish can not be eaten hot, as the broth, which is located inside, it can cause burns. They need to cool down a bit, "- says Mamiya Jojua. However, allow them to cool completely impossible, otherwise the dish will lose its flavor. Then khinkali should take the tail, bite the dough, drink broth and eat - except for the tail, which plays only a supporting role.

Khinkali must not only know how to cook, but is in accordance with the Georgian traditions, Mamiya said. Only then will reveal their rich taste.

Treat this chef advises calm, because every national cuisine has its own characteristics and rules etiquetteThat may seem strange to some and commonplace for others. "Generally, khinkali need to eat with your hands. Shy is not worth it, better, on the contrary, to laugh all together ", - says Mamiya.