Ukrainian Pirohi Recipe
Overview:
- Name: Ukrainian Pirohi / Aka Varenyky
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours and 10 minutes
- Description: Pirohi, also known as varenyky, are Ukrainian dumplings filled with mashed potatoes, cheese, and onions. They are boiled, drained, and served with sautéed onions and butter. A traditional dish passed down through generations, it’s hearty and delicious, perfect as a main course served alongside Kolbassi and salad.
- Keywords: Vegetable, Polish, European, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1053.2
- Fat: 57.4g
- Saturated Fat: 14.5g
- Cholesterol: 82.6mg
- Sodium: 747.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 112.7g
- Fiber: 8.7g
- Sugar: 4.9g
- Protein: 23.1g
- Servings: 80-90 pirohis
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 10-12 | Potatoes |
| 1/2 | Medium cheddar cheese |
| 4 | Cheddar and colby cheese |
| 1 | Onions |
| – | Margarine |
| – | Garlic |
| – | Salt |
| – | Coarse black pepper |
| 5-7 | All-purpose flour |
| 2 | Eggs |
| – | Water |
Instructions:
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Prepare Potato Filling:
- Cook potatoes until tender, then drain and keep in the pot.
- Sauté onions in margarine; reserve some for later.
- Transfer most onions to potatoes, add shredded cheddar cheese, mash until smooth, then season with garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside to cool.
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Prepare Dough:
- In a large bowl, make a well in 6 cups of flour.
- Add salt, beaten eggs, and water.
- Mix until dough forms, adding water or flour as needed.
- Knead until smooth, then let it rest.
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Form and Fill Pirohis:
- Flour a surface well.
- Roll out dough thinly and cut into circles.
- Place potato mixture in the center of each circle, fold, and pinch edges to seal.
- Place on a floured sheet.
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Boil Pirohis:
- Boil water with salt in a large pot.
- Add pirohis and cook until they float, then boil for another minute.
- Drain in a colander.
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Assemble:
- Drizzle a pan with reserved onion margarine.
- Place drained pirohis in the pan, cover with margarine, and shake to coat.
- Keep warm in the oven.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve hot with sautéed onions and butter.
- Any leftover dough can be boiled and served as buttered noodles or holushki.
Tips:
- Teamwork: Enlist help as the process can be lengthy but rewarding.
- Flour Surface: Ensure the surface is well-floured to prevent sticking.
- Keep Warm: Cover the pirohis to prevent drying out.
Conclusion:
Ukrainian Pirohis, cherished through generations, offer a taste of tradition and comfort. With creamy potato filling encased in tender dough, they’re a labor of love worth savoring. Invite your loved ones to the table and indulge in this authentic Ukrainian delicacy. MMM-MMM Dobreeeeee (good)! 🥟✨
