Ingredients
Recipe for 6 people
| 🥔 400 g of flour | 🥚 2 eggs |
| 🥔 200 g of potatoes | 🍖 220 g of ground beef |
| 🧅 1 onion | 🧀 200 g of fresh cheese (like ricotta) |
| 💧 A little water (if necessary) | 🧂 A pinch of salt |
Utensils
| 🧁 Large mixing bowl | 🔪 Knife |
| 🥄 Wooden spoon | 🍽️ Serving plate |
| 🍳 Frying pan | 📏 Rolling pin |
| 🥔 Peeler | 🎛️ Strainer |
| 🥪 Cookie cutter | 🔄 Plastic wrap |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Rest time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
STEP 1: In a large mixing bowl, place 400 g of flour and create a well in the center for the other ingredients.
STEP 2: Incorporate 2 eggs, a pinch of salt, and a little water into the well, then mix until you get a smooth dough.
STEP 3: Knead the dough for a few minutes until you achieve a smooth and elastic texture, then let it rest for 1 hour.
STEP 4: While the dough is resting, prepare the filling by cooking 200 g of potatoes and mixing them with 220 g of ground beef and 1 chopped onion.
STEP 5: Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut circles about 10 cm in diameter using a cookie cutter.
STEP 6: Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle, then fold and seal the edges to form the pierogi.
STEP 7: In a large pot of boiling water, drop the pierogi and cook until they rise to the surface, about 10 minutes.
STEP 8: Drain the cooked pierogi, then brown them in a frying pan with a bit of butter for a crispy flavor.
Preparing homemade pierogi adds an authentic touch to your table. These Polish dumplings offer a multitude of possibilities, whether savory or sweet, and making them only requires a few basic ingredients. The pierogi dough, both smooth and elastic, is suitable for various fillings that will delight your guests.
By following simple steps, you can enjoy these little wonders and get a taste of Polish culinary traditions. Whether for a cozy family meal or to impress your friends at a dinner, pierogi will always be a hit. Feel free to experiment with your choice of fillings for an even more enriching experience!
