
Pierogi (Polish Dumplings)
A classic Polish side from TheMealDB community kitchen — straightforward technique, real ingredients.
Origin
Categorized as Polish Side in TheMealDB. Original source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/109914/pierogi-polish-dumplings/
Ingredients
- 2 tbsButter
- 1/3 cupChopped Onion
- 1 1/2 cupsSauerkraut
- 3 tbsButter
- 1/2 cupChopped Onion
- 2 cupsPotatoes
- 3Eggs
- 1 potSour Cream
- 3 cupsFlour
- 1/4 tspSalt
- 1 tbsBaking Powder
Instructions
- 01
To prepare the sauerkraut filling, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the drained sauerkraut and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then remove to a plate to cool.
- 02
For the mashed potato filling, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir into the mashed potatoes, and season with salt and white pepper.
- 03
To make the dough, beat together the eggs and sour cream until smooth. Sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder; stir into the sour cream mixture until dough comes together. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until firm and smooth. Divide the dough in half, then roll out one half to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 3 inch rounds using a biscuit cutter.
- 04
Place a small spoonful of the mashed potato filling into the center of each round. Moisten the edges with water, fold over, and press together with a fork to seal. Repeat procedure with the remaining dough and the sauerkraut filling.
- 05
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add perogies and cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until pierogi float to the top. Remove with a slotted spoon.





