World Flavors Cookbook

Elarji (Cheesy Corn Porridge)

A decadent specialty from Samegrelo—coarse cornmeal cooked with massive amounts of Sulguni cheese until it becomes incredibly stretchy.

Cuisine: Georgia

Ingredients

• 2 cups coarse cornmeal
• 1/2 cup fine cornmeal
• 1 kg fresh Sulguni cheese, sliced
• Water

Instructions

1. 1. Boil coarse cornmeal in water until soft. 2. Add fine cornmeal and stir vigorously. 3. Gradually add the cheese slices while stirring constantly with a large wooden spoon. 4. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture can be pulled into long, elastic strands. 5. Serve immediately.