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Pelmeni Recipe

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This traditional Pelmeni recipe features tender Russian dumplings filled with a savory blend of ground pork, beef, and onions wrapped in a soft, thin dough. Perfectly boiled until they float to the surface, these dumplings make a comforting meal served with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Filling Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, grated with juices
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Make the dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, water, salt, and sugar. Gradually add half of the flour and fold it in using a spatula. Then add the remaining flour and mix until combined.
  2. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a clean countertop and knead vigorously for about 7 to 10 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 40 to 50 minutes.
  3. Prepare the filling: In another bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, grated onion along with its juices, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or your hands until the mixture is evenly blended.
  4. Roll out the dough: Once rested, knead the dough briefly again to soften. Take a piece about the size of an apple and roll it out evenly on a floured surface until it’s approximately 1/4 inch thick.
  5. Cut dough circles: Use a glass or specialized cutter to cut out circles from the rolled dough.
  6. Form pelmeni: Place about one teaspoon of the meat filling onto each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to form the characteristic pelmeni shape.
  7. Cook pelmeni: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add pelmeni (fresh or frozen) and stir gently to prevent sticking.
  8. Boil until done: Cook the pelmeni for about 10 minutes or until they float to the surface, indicating they are fully cooked.
  9. Drain and serve: Remove pelmeni with a slotted spoon or drain using a colander. Serve hot, traditionally accompanied with sour cream or your choice of dipping sauce.

Notes

  • You can freeze uncooked pelmeni on a baking sheet before transferring them to a bag for longer storage.
  • Use freshly grated onion with its juices to keep the filling moist and flavorful.
  • Ensure the dough is rolled evenly to avoid uneven cooking.
  • Pelmeni can be served with sour cream, vinegar, mustard, or melted butter.
  • Adjust seasoning of the filling as per your taste preferences.

Keywords: pelmeni, Russian dumplings, ground pork, ground beef, traditional dumplings, boiled dumplings

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