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Tkemali

ტყემალი/t-keh-MAH-lee/
Tkemali
About this dish

A tangy plum sauce, spiced with garlic and herbs, used as a condiment for grilled meats.

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Ingredients
🍑1kg sour plums
🧄4 cloves garlic
🌿Fresh cilantro and dill
🌶️1 chili, chopped
Method
Serves 2
1
Simmer the plums in a little water until soft, then pass through a sieve to remove skins and pits.
2
Blend the plum puree with garlic, herbs, and chili.
3
Simmer the sauce until it thickens slightly.
4
Season with salt.
5
Cool and serve alongside grilled meats.
✓ What Makes it Authentic

Tkemali is a foundational Georgian condiment, made from sour plums, used to balance the richness of grilled meat dishes.

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