2021-11-13 21:20:00
#Ukrainian_food
Dear friends, today we explain how to cook real Ukrainian Varenyky
Varenyky dumplings are usually made with savory fillings, like meat, potatoes, mushrooms, and cabbage. Cottage cheese or cherries typically serve for sweet varenyky.
Cherry varenyky are considered the classic of Ukrainian cuisine. They are commonly served with sour cream and sugar on top.
So how to cook Varenyky with potato filling and fried onions
Prep Time: 1 hour 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 2 hours
Ingredients
For the Dough
• 1 egg
• 2/3 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 2 2/3 – 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
For the Filling
• 2 pounds russet potatoes (about 6 small-medium potatoes), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• Fine sea salt
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 medium onions, diced
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Unsalted butter, for serving
• Sour cream or unsweetened vegan yogurt, for serving
Instructions
Make the dough. Combine the egg, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl and whisk until combined. Gradually mix in about 2 2/3 cups flour in 3 additions, and stir to combine into a shaggy dough.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead with the heels of your palms for about 5 minutes, until it is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticks to your hands, incorporating more flour as needed. Place the dough back in the bowl, cover loosely with a kitchen towel, and rest for 30 to 60 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the filling: Place the potatoes in a medium pot with 1 teaspoon salt and enough water to cover by about 2 inches. Cover, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer with the lid ajar until the potatoes can be pierced easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they’re dark brown and a bit crispy, about 15 minutes. Set the skillet aside.
Finish the filling: Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Mash until smooth. Stir in about a third of the fried onions with their oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring the potatoes to room temperature.
Roll out the dough: Cut the dough into 4 pieces. Working with 1 piece at a time (keep the remaining dough covered with the towel), roll the dough between your palms into a 1-inch-thick log. On a floured surface, cut the log into approximately 12 1-inch pieces (these should resemble gnocchi). Using a rolling pin dusted with flour, roll each piece into an approximately 3-inch circle; if the dough is sticking to the surface or rolling pin, dust it with more flour.
Fill the dough: Working with 1 circle of dough at a time, place a heaping teaspoon of the potato filling into the center. Gather the dough into a half-moon shape around the filling and pinch the top closed, then pinch both edges closed, making sure to press out any excess air. Place the shaped varenik on a well-floured board or tray and continue filling the rest of the dough. Make sure the varenyky are not touching – you do not want them to stick together.
Boil the varenyky: Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Boil the varenyky in batches – 6 to 10 at a time, depending on the size of your pot. Cook them for 2 to 3 minutes – they are done when they’ve floated to the surface, the water returns to a simmer, and they’ve been simmering for about 30 seconds. Do not overcook, as the filling may escape the dough.
Using a small mesh strainer or slotted spoon, fish the varenyky out and place in a large bowl. Add a small pat of butter (or drizzle of oil) and gently toss to prevent the varenyky from sticking together. Continue cooking the remaining varenyky. At the end, add all the remaining fried onions to the bowl and toss to coat.
Serve immediately, with sour cream.
Have a nice meal
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