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Pierogi recipe
Delicious filled dumplings that warm the soul.
Ingredients
- 500 g potatoes
- 200 g cheese
- 400 g flour
- 1 egg
- 1 onion
- 50 g butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
How to make Pierogi
- Boil 1 kg of potatoes in salted water over high heat until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- Mash the drained potatoes until smooth, then mix in 200 g of cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 400 g of flour, 1 egg, and a pinch of salt. Stir until a dough starts to form.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.
- Roll the dough out to about 2 mm thick, then cut out circles using a cup or cookie cutter.
- Place a spoonful of potato mixture in the center of each circle, then fold over and seal tightly.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat, then gently add the pierogi to the boiling water.
- Cook the pierogi until they float, about 5-7 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Chop 1 onion finely and sauté it in 50 g of butter over medium heat until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the pierogi hot, topped with sautéed onions and a drizzle of extra butter, if desired.
What is Pierogi?
Pierogi is a traditional dish from Poland, cooked in a pan, and takes about 120 minutes from start to finish. It is built around potatoes, flour and cheese. The recipe below uses 8 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Pierogi take?
At 120 minutes it is slower than 79% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 60 dishes built on potatoes. The method runs to 10 steps, the longest being 15 minutes.
Any tips for making Pierogi?
Ensure the pierogi are well sealed to prevent filling from escaping during cooking.
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