Dumplings of Russian cuisine that consist of a filling wrapped in thin, unleavened dough.
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
1 hour
Difficulty
Hard
Skills Required
Dough Making, Shaping
Ingredients & Nutrition
550 kcal
Calories
25g
Protein
25g
Fat
50g
Carbs
3g
Fiber
2g
Sugar
500mg
Sodium
- 1/2 lb Ground Beef
- 1/2 lb Ground Pork
- 1, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cups (for dough) Flour
- 1 (for dough) Egg
- 1 cup (for dough) Water
- for serving Sour Cream or Butter
Equipment Needed
- Mixing Bowls
- Rolling Pin
- Large Pot
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Try different fillings like sauerkraut and mushroom, or sweet cheese.
- Serve in a broth as a soup.
- Pan-fry the boiled pelmeni for a crispy texture.
- Add fresh dill to the serving sauce.
Instructions:
1. For the filling, combine the ground meats and onion. Season with salt and pepper.
2. For the dough, mix flour, egg, water, and a pinch of salt. Knead until smooth and let it rest.
3. Roll the dough out thinly and cut into circles.
4. Place a small amount of filling on each circle, fold, and seal the edges, often bringing the corners together.
5. Boil the pelmeni in salted water until they float and are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream, melted butter, or vinegar.