Russia · Flour and Confectionery Products
Pelmeni (Russian Meat Dumplings)
Classic Siberian dumplings filled with seasoned minced meat, boiled until tender and served with butter, sour cream, or broth.
Ingredients
- wheat flour500 g
- egg1
- cold water210 ml
- salt0.5 tsp
- vegetable oil1 tbsp
- minced meat500 g
- onions2
- cold water60 ml
- salt0.5 tsp
- black pepper0.25 tsp
- butter and sour cream for serving
Method
- 1Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Add egg, cold water, and vegetable oil. Knead into a firm, elastic dough for 10–15 minutes. Cover with film and rest for 30–40 minutes.
- 2Mix minced meat with finely chopped onions, salt, pepper, and cold water (or milk). Knead the filling for 5–7 minutes until uniform.
- 3Roll the dough 1–2 mm thin. Using a glass or round cutter (5–6 cm), cut out circles.
- 4Place 0.5–1 tsp of filling in the center of each circle. Fold in half and firmly pinch the edges, then join the two tips together to form the characteristic ear shape. Place on a floured board.
- 5Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in the pelmeni. After they float, cook for another 5–7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- 6Serve hot with butter, sour cream, and fresh herbs.