Polish Pierogi Delight
Delve into the comforting and rich flavors of Poland with this delectable Pierogi dish. Pierogi are traditional Polish dumplings filled with various ingredients. Our rendition features a sumptuous blend of potatoes and farmer’s cheese, complemented by a rich, buttery onion topping. You and your companion are in for a taste of Poland, with flavors and textures that are both satisfying and memorable.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert
Ingredients
- 250 g flour
- 1 egg
- 1.2 liters water
- 500 g potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 200 g farmer’s cheese or ricotta
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 g salt
- 4 g pepper
- 60 g butter, melted
- 250 g sour cream
- 2 g chives, chopped
Method
- In a large bowl, combine 250 g of flour with 1 egg, 60 g of melted butter, and 250 ml of water. Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough until smooth, cover it, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mash the boiled potatoes and mix with 200 g of farmer’s cheese or ricotta. Add 2 g of salt and 2 g of pepper.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface until it is 3 mm thick. Cut the dough into circles using a cookie cutter or glass.
- Place a teaspoon of the potato and cheese filling on each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- In a large pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt. Cook the pierogi in batches, boiling until they float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes.
- In a skillet, sauté the finely chopped onion in the remaining 30 g of melted butter until golden brown.
- Place the boiled pierogi on a serving platter, and drizzle with the sautéed onions and butter. Garnish with chopped chives.
- Serve with 250 g of sour cream on the side for dipping.
Tips
- Ensure the dough is rolled evenly to avoid thick or thin spots.
- Keep the filling moist, but not too wet, to avoid leakage.
- Serve the pierogi hot for the best taste.
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | 425 kcal |
| Energy | 711 kJ | 1777.5 kJ |
| Fat | 7 g | 17.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 11.25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 21 g | 52.5 g |
| Sugars | 2.5 g | 6.25 g |
| Protein | 5 g | 12.5 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 2.5 g |
