Siberian Pelmeni Recipe
Beef & pork filled dumplings buttered & served with sour cream & a side of vinegar
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Ingredients
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Dough and Filling
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and water. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover with a towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 3
Roll Out the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into quarters. Roll out one quarter on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles.
- 4
Assemble the Dumplings
Place a teaspoon of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges to seal. Ensure there are no air pockets. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- 5
Cook the Dumplings
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully drop the pelmeni into the boiling water in batches. Cook until they float to the top, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving dish.
- 6
Serve
Melt the butter and drizzle over the cooked pelmeni. Serve with a side of sour cream and vinegar for dipping.
