Description
Traditional Polish dumplings filled with various fillings, perfect as a main dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Filling of your choice (e.g. potatoes and cheese, sauerkraut, or sweet curd)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
- Add the egg and gradually pour in the water until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, then let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough thinly and cut into circles.
- Place your chosen filling in the center of each circle, fold in half, and seal the edges.
- Cook the pierogi in salted water until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes.
- For extra flavor, sauté the cooked pierogi in butter before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with sour cream, onions, or bacon. You can also freeze them for later use.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pierogi
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pierogi, Polish dumplings, comfort food, homemade, vegetarian
