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pelmeni

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Pelmeni is a traditional Russian dish, typically consisting of a filling wrapped in thin, unleavened dough. Its origins are believed to be in Siberia and it is often considered the national dish of Russia. The filling can be various meats, fish, or mushrooms. Pelmeni are usually served with butter, sour cream, or in a broth.

flour

water

salt

butter

sour cream

beef

dried pepper

egg

ground pork

onion

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup of water

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt

  • 1/2 pound of ground pork

  • 1/2 pound of ground beef

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Butter and sour cream for serving


Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, water, eggs, and salt. Knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

  2. While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. In a separate bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface until it's about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or a glass.

  4. Place a small spoonful of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, then pinch the edges to seal.

  5. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pelmeni and cook until they float to the surface, about 5-7 minutes.

  6. Drain the pelmeni and serve with butter and sour cream.