Varenyky with Meat Filling
Ukrainian varenyky are boiled dumplings filled with a variety of ingredients, in this case a traditional meat and onion filling. They can be served with sour cream or fried onions.
Ingredients
- ●1/2 cup, finely chopped Fermented cabbage
- ●1 pound, mixed beef and pork Ground meatMake sure to cook the meat to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
- ●1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- ●2 cups, homemade or store-bought Pastry doughMake sure to thaw the dough according to the package instructions
- ●1/4 cup Water
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, cook the ground meat over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- 2
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until it is translucent.
- 3
Stir in the chopped fermented cabbage and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Season the meat mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 6
Use a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles of dough.
- 7
Place a tablespoon or two of the meat mixture in the center of each dough circle.
- 8
Fold the dough over the filling, forming a half-circle shape, and press the edges together to seal the varenyky.
- 9
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- 10
Carefully add the varenyky to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
- 11
Remove the varenyky from the pot with a slotted spoon and serve hot with sour cream or fried onions.