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Russian Pelmeni

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

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.