How to Make Pierogi I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pierogi, a traditional Polish dish, are dumplings filled with a variety of savory or sweet ingredients. They are a popular staple in Polish cuisine, and are often enjoyed as a main dish or side dish. Pierogi are known for their versatility, as they can be filled with a wide range of ingredients, including potatoes, cheese, sauerkraut, meat, and fruits.

Making pierogi from scratch can be a labor of love, but the end result is well worth the effort. The tender, doughy exterior of the pierog...

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • warm water
  • 1 recipe Sauerkraut Filling OR
  • 1 recipe Potato Cheese Filling

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 10 to 12 servings

  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, carton sour cream, and salt. Stir in flour and warm water. Add water until dough feels like velvet. Turn out onto a lightly floured board, and knead until smooth. Roll out to a 1/8 to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out 3 1/2 inch circles with either the top of a glass or a biscuit cutter. Cover with waxed paper to prevent drying out if not filling immediately.
  • Place 1 or 2 tablespoons filling on one side of a circle of dough. Fold over, and seal by pressing the edges with a fork. Repeat until ingredients are used.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Immerse pierogi. Cook until the dumplings float to the surface. (See Cook's Note for tips on freezing extra pierogies.)
  • Nutrition

    368 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 132mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 139mg