Niortskali 
(Georgian garlic and cilantro sauce)

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The simple, straightforward flavors of this zesty Georgian garlic sauce pair well with a variety of grilled meats and poultry. Niortskali is a often served as a zesty accompaniment to chicken tabaka.

Niortskali

Niortskali

Course: Sauces, CondimentsCuisine: Georgia
Makes about 1 1/2 cups

The simple, straightforward flavors of this zesty Georgian garlic sauce pair well with a variety of grilled meats and poultry.

Ingredients

  • Chicken stock — 1 1/2 cups

  • Garlic, minced — 6 to 8 cloves

  • Paprika — 1 1/2 teaspoons

  • Salt — to taste

  • Cilantro, finely chopped — 1/2 bunch

Directions

  • Add the chicken stock, garlic, paprika and salt to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high flame, and then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve hot or at room temperature to accompany chicken tabaka or other grilled meats.

Niortskali Notes and Variations

  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to give your sauce a touch of heat.

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