Despite the fact that dumplings and khinkali are different dishes, many people continue to compare them, since they are similar in the method of preparation. To solve a dispute that has been going on for many years, we decided to compare these dishes with each other.
Let the battle begin !!!
Dumplings
It is believed that dumplings are a primordially Russian dish, but researchers believe that this dish first appeared in China. But in our country, it is really a very popular dish that loves to boil, fry, serve with various sauces - sour cream, ketchup, garlic dressing, herbs.
Advantages and disadvantages
Among the advantages are:
- can be made with various fillings - meat, mushrooms, mashed potatoes, etc.;
- it is very simple to prepare, especially the dough - it consists of only three components;
- can be boiled, fried, served with various sauces.
The disadvantages include:
- enough high-calorie food;
- purchased dumplings may be too fatty, harmful due to low-quality ingredients.
Khinkali
Khinkali is the most famous Georgian dish. It is difficult to find a restaurant or cafe that does not offer this Georgian “business card” - you must definitely try them.
Advantages and disadvantages
The pluses of this dish include:
- have a bright and memorable taste;
- nourishing due to the fatty broth inside each khinkali;
- are mostly served with sour cream, but other sauces can be used.
The main cons:
- rather complicated preparation - it is important to carefully follow the recipe;
- cannot be frozen - after cooking, they must be boiled immediately.
If we compare dumplings and khinkali, we believe that the latter win - they have a richer taste, there is a fatty and tasty broth, and a lot of spices. But if you need to cook something very quick, it is better to choose dumplings.