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Hard 11 hr 15 min~360 kcal 3/10
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Churchkhela
Walnuts strung on thread are dipped in flour-thickened grape juice and dried into Georgia's harvest sweet.
Hard⏱️ 168 hr📖 1 min readServes 10~290 kcal🇬🇪 Georgian🌍 Full translation
45 min prep 45 min cook 9990 min rest
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Timeline
Total 7 d- Prep45 min
- Resting/Marinating6 d 22 h
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
10 servings
Quick:
- 500 gr Walnuts
- 2 lt Grape juice
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Flour
- 0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Cornmeal
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Granulated sugar
- 10 parça Cotton string
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Instructions
- 1
Thread the walnuts onto cotton strings with gaps between them and tie the ends.
- 2
Reserve 1 cup of grape juice, then boil the rest in a pot for 20 minutes to reduce slightly.
20 min20:00 - 3
Whisk the reserved grape juice with the flour and cornmeal until smooth.
- 4
Add the flour mixture to the pot and stir for 15 minutes, until it becomes a thick paste.
15 min15:00 - 5
If needed, add the sugar and cook the paste for 5 more minutes.
5 min05:00 - 6
Dip the walnut strings into the hot grape paste and hang them.
- 7
Once the coating sets, dip the walnuts into the paste a second time.
- 8
Dry the churchkhela in a cool, airy place for 7 days; the timer is for a 24-hour check.
24 hr1440:00
💡 Tip: Do not dip the walnuts before the grape paste is thick enough to coat a spoon, or the outer layer will stay thin.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice thinly and serve with unsweetened black tea or strong coffee.
Nutrition (per serving)
~290
kcal calories
6
g protein
34
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 8%Carbs 46%Fat 46%
GI 55 · Medium GIGL 19 · Medium GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Tree nuts
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Churchkhela make?
This recipe serves 10.How long does Churchkhela take?
Prep 45 minutes, cooking 45 minutes, including 9990 minutes of passive resting; 10080 minutes in total.Is Churchkhela difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Churchkhela have?
Approximately 290 kcal per serving. Protein: 6g, carbs: 34g, fat: 15g.Which allergens does Churchkhela contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts, Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Churchkhela belong to?
This recipe belongs to Georgian cuisine.How many ingredients does Churchkhela need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.
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