The Perfect Gozinaki – A Traditional Recipe for the New Year

New Year is unthinkable without the main decoration of the Georgian table. Gozinaki is not just a sweet, it is a symbol of the holiday. To make your nugbari golden, crispy and aromatic, you will need quality honey , selected walnuts and this tried and tested recipe .

Here you will find how to prepare it easily and effectively.

Ingredients:

• Walnuts: 500 g (white, whole)

• Honey: 250 g (acacia is preferred)

• Powdered sugar: 1 tbsp (for a crunchy effect)

Preparation method:

1. Preparing walnuts: Lightly toast the walnuts in a pan or oven to make the skins easier to peel. Then chop them with a sharp knife (do not run them through a food processor to avoid releasing any fat).

2. Boiling honey: Pour honey into a heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to a boil. Once it starts to foam, remove from heat and let cool. Repeat this process 2-3 times until the honey thickens. Add powdered sugar at the last stage.

3. Mixing: Add chopped walnuts to the boiling mixture. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon for 3-4 minutes until the mixture turns golden.

4. Shaping: Transfer the hot mass to a wet wooden board. Roll out with a wet rolling pin to the desired thickness.

5. Cutting: Before the gooseberry has completely cooled and hardened, cut it into diamonds with a hot knife.

Enjoy a sweet New Year! This simple recipe is guaranteed to make your table stand out.