Low Sodium Khachapuri

Experience the ultimate comfort food with this *Low Sodium Khachapuri*, a heart-healthy twist on Georgia's traditional cheese-filled bread. This recipe combines a soft, homemade dough with a rich, creamy filling of shredded mozzarella and low sodium cottage cheese, balanced with a touch of black pepper and garnished with fresh parsley. The signature touch? A perfectly creamy egg yolk nestled into the cheesy center, baked until just set for an irresistibly indulgent finish. Ideal for those looking to reduce sodium without sacrificing flavor, this dish is perfect for brunch, light dinners, or as a show-stopping appetizer to share. Ready in under two hours, this lower sodium khachapuri is freshly baked, golden brown, and best enjoyed hot from the oven.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 180 milliliters Warm milk
• 200 grams Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 150 grams Low sodium cottage cheese
• 2 whole Eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the flour mixture along with warm milk. Stir until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella cheese, low sodium cottage cheese, one egg, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal parts.

Step 8

Roll each dough piece into a circle about 1/4 inch thick. Place half of the cheese mixture onto the center of each circle.

Step 9

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, creating a rustic boat shape, leaving the center open.

Step 10

Place the khachapuri on the prepared baking sheet and brush the edges with a bit of olive oil.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the dough is golden brown.

Step 12

While the khachapuri is baking, prepare the final egg by separating the yolk from the egg white.

Step 13

Once baked, remove the khachapuri from the oven and gently make a small indentation in the center of the cheese filling. Drop an egg yolk into each indentation.

Step 14

Return to the oven and bake for another 2 minutes to set the egg yolk slightly.

Step 15

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your low sodium khachapuri warm from the oven!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1015.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2576.7

Total Fat 119.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 668.3mg	0%
Sodium 1525.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 109.1g	0%

Vitamin D 156.6IU	0%
Calcium 1919.4mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 1116.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 40.8%