Chikhirtma

Chikhirtma

ჩიხირთმა (chee-kheer-T-MAH)

Egg-Thickened Chicken Broth

Prep Time 1 hour
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 221 kcal

A silky, tangy chicken broth thickened with beaten eggs and sharpened with lemon juice and vinegar — Georgia's legendary hangover cure.

Nutrition & Info

220 kcal per serving
Protein 20.0g
Carbs 6.0g
Fat 13.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ eggs

Equipment Needed

large pot whisk ladle

Presentation Guide

Vessel: ceramic soup bowl

Garnishes: fresh cilantro, lemon wedge

Accompaniments: bread

Instructions

  1. 1

    Poach the whole chicken in salted water for forty-five minutes until tender, then remove the chicken and strain the broth clean.

  2. 2

    Shred the chicken meat and set aside, then saute diced onions in butter until deeply golden and caramelized in a separate pot.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle flour over the onions, stir for two minutes, then gradually add the strained chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps.

  4. 4

    Simmer the enriched broth for ten minutes, then add coriander, fenugreek, saffron, and the shredded chicken meat.

  5. 5

    Beat egg yolks with lemon juice and vinegar, temper with hot broth, then stir back into the soup gently without letting it boil.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately in bowls with a generous handful of fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lemon for those who like it tart.

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Did You Know?

Chikhirtma is so revered as a hangover remedy that after a long Georgian supra feast, hosts traditionally serve it the next morning to recovering guests.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • large pot
  • whisk
  • ladle

Garnishing

fresh cilantro, lemon wedge

Accompaniments

bread

The Story Behind Chikhirtma

Chikhirtma represents the sophisticated Georgian approach to soups, where egg-thickened broths create a uniquely silky texture. The sharp acidity from lemon and vinegar reflects the Georgian love of sour flavors found throughout the cuisine.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed morning after or lunch starter 📜 Origins: Traditional Georgian

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