How To Make Pierogi (Polish Dumplings)
Whip up a batch of this versatile stuffed dish with our tasty and diverse dumpling recipes! Almost every culture has its own version of a dumpling, which is yummy, filled food. There’s the Chinese dim sum, the Italian ravioli, and the Argentinian empanadas. Dumplings taste perfect whether steamed, fried, or baked. They’re amazing to have for lunch, dinner, and even dessert. You can eat them with rice, on soup, with noodles, or even alone as a main course! So make the best, filling dumplings with our amazing dumpling recipes.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- filling options:
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1 cup sauerkraut
- 1 cup farmer’s cheese
- 1 cup fruit preserves
- for serving:
- Sour cream
- Butter
- Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the egg, water, and oil. Mix until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.
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Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or glass.
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Place a spoonful of your desired filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the circle in half and pinch the edges to seal tightly.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pierogi in small batches for about 5-7 minutes or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate.
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If desired, melt butter in a pan and sauté the cooked pierogi until lightly browned.
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Serve hot pierogi with a dollop of sour cream, a drizzle of melted butter, and chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 10g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 85mg
- Sodium : 380mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 68g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 11g
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