Description
A traditional Polish dish, pierogi are dumplings filled with a variety of ingredients, offering a delicious taste of Eastern Europe.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup cheese (such as farmer’s cheese or cheddar)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg and water. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheese, and cooked onions. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or glass.
- Place a spoonful of the potato mixture in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pierogi and cook until they float to the top, about 3-5 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and serve warm.
Notes
- You can freeze uncooked pierogi for later use.
- Serve with sour cream or fried onions for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Polish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg