Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of orange juice
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup of flour
- 1 cup of walnuts
- 1 cup of hazelnuts
- 1 cup of almonds
- 1 cup of grape juice
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Skewers
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large bowl, mix together orange juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Add walnuts, hazelnuts, and almonds to the bowl and mix until the nuts are coated with the mixture.
3. Take a skewer and thread the nuts onto it, making sure to leave some space at the end for tying.
4. Repeat this process with the remaining nuts and skewers.
5. In a small pot, heat grape juice until it comes to a boil.
6. Dip the skewers into the grape juice and then roll them in flour until they are completely coated.
7. Place the skewers on a piece of parchment paper and let them dry for 24 hours.
8. Once the churchkhela has dried, tie a knot at the end of each skewer and hang them up to store.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
Grape juice should be heated until it comes to a boil.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 10 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 300
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Orange juice can be substituted with any other fruit juice.
- Grape juice can be substituted with pomegranate juice.
Variations:
- Add dried fruit to the mixture for added flavor.
- Use different types of nuts for a different taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to leave enough space at the end of each skewer for tying.
- Use a spoon to help coat the nuts with the mixture.
- Hang the churchkhela up to dry in a cool, dry place.
Storage instructions:
Store the churchkhela in a cool, dry place.
Reheating instructions:
The churchkhela does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the churchkhela on a platter with other desserts.
Garnishes:
Garnish the churchkhela with fresh fruit.
Pairings:
Pair the churchkhela with a cup of tea.
Suggested side dishes:
This recipe does not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the mixture is too thick, add more juice.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash your hands and utensils before preparing the churchkhela.
Food history:
Churchkhela is a traditional Georgian candy that is made by dipping nuts in a mixture of grape juice and flour.
Flavor profiles:
The orange juice adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the churchkhela, while the nuts provide a crunchy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the churchkhela as a dessert after a meal.
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Region: Georgian