- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Pelmeni are a Russian delight made with a thin dough filled with ground meat and cooked in salted water. This dish is worth preparing due to its authenticity and simplicity of preparation.”
What you need to know
['- Thin and crispy dough', '- Tasty ground meat filling', '- Quick and easy cooking', '- Can be served with margarine or sour cream', '- Ideal for cold days']
Ingredients
Main
- Dough: 2 cups of wheat flour, 1 egg, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 cup of water.
- Filling: 300g of ground meat (pork and beef), 1 medium onion chopped, 1 clove of garlic chopped, salt to taste, black pepper to taste.
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, mix the flour with the salt. Make a well in the middle, add the egg and water, mixing until it forms a homogeneous dough.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
- While the dough rests, prepare the filling: mix the ground meat, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Roll out the dough with a rolling pin on a floured surface until it is very thin.
- With a dough cutter or a glass, cut circles of dough.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle and fold the dough, pressing the edges to seal.
- Bring a pot of salted water to the fire. When it boils, add the pelmeni.
- Cook the pelmeni for 5-7 minutes, or until they rise to the surface.
- Remove with a colander and serve with margarine or sour cream.
Chef's tips
['- Use good quality wheat flour for a crispy dough', '- Do not overfill the pelmeni, so that it cooks well', '- Add a little oil to the cooking broth to prevent the pelmeni from sticking']
Variations
['- Add finely grated carrot to the filling for extra flavor', '- Experiment with other types of meat, such as chicken or chicken with sausage', '- Serves well with a fresh herb sauce']
Substitutions
['- Ground chicken can be used as an alternative', '- The onion can be substituted with chopped green onions', '- The garlic can be substituted with 1 tablespoon of garlic powder']
How to store
Pelmeni can be kept for up to 3 days at room temperature, inside an airtight container.
Can it be frozen?
Can be frozen. The pelmeni should be cooked fresh to ensure the best texture and flavor.
What to serve with
Serves well with a green salad or roasted potato
Frequently asked questions
What is the best water for cooking the pelmeni?
Good, clear water is ideal. Make sure it is boiling before adding the pelmeni.
Can the dough be made in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dough and let it rest before making the pelmeni.
How to serve pelmeni to children?
You can serve the pelmeni with a milder sauce, such as sour cream, to make swallowing easier.
Can I use other meats in the filling?
Yes, you can use ground chicken, pork, or mixed meat, or even mix with sausage.
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