Spinach Pkhali

Description

Spinach Pkhali is a cold Georgian appetizer made from two parts: the dressing and the main ingredient – spinach. Everything is blended to a pâté-like consistency and, according to the traditional recipe, is mixed by hand. The walnuts for pkhali should be light, oily, and not bitter. While Georgian women traditionally grind them in a mortar, in this recipe, the ingredients are passed through a meat grinder, making it easier and resulting in a uniform consistency and delicate texture. The flavor of the walnuts pairs well with pepper, cilantro, and pungent garlic. Interestingly, the garlic is minced by hand, without the use of a garlic press. In the homeland of this dish, the main ingredient is chosen based on the season: in spring, pkhali is made from nettles or spinach, while in winter, heartier ingredients like green beans, beets, or mushrooms are preferred. From the resulting mixture, you can shape a thick pancake and create a pattern with cuts or roll balls with a hollow inside, where pomegranate seeds are added as per the recipe.

Ingredients

• Spinach - 20 oz
• Onion - 5 oz
• Walnuts - 5 oz
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Cilantro - 12 sprigs
• Parsley - 3 sprigs
• Ground ancho chili pepper - 1 piece
• Malt Vinegar - 0 fl oz
• Salt - to taste
• Pomegranate Seeds - to taste

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