Polish Wild Mushroom Pierogies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Polish Wild Mushroom Pierogies recipe perfect for comfort food cravings
in Main

Prep

60 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour ( plus additional for kneading and rolling )
3/4 cup cake flour ( not self-rising )
2 large eggs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
1 cup boiling water
2/3 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 medium onion , quartered
2 garlic cloves , crushed
6 ounces cremini mushrooms , quartered
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley , finely chopped fresh
1 lb onion , chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
410
Sugar
3g
Fat
20g
Polish wild mushroom pierogies are a national dish of Poland and are made in various parts of Central and Eastern Europe. They are a type of dumpling that is typically filled with cooked potatoes, meat, cheese, or sauerkraut. The filling of wild mushrooms and chopped onions makes them particularly flavorful and fragrant, and the sour cream provides a creamy texture that complements the mushrooms perfectly. Pierogies are a popular dish that can be served as a main course, side dish, or even as part of a festive meal. They are enjoyed by people of all ages and are often accompanied by a cold beverage such as beer or vodka.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cake flour and salt.
2.Add eggs and ¼ cup of water to bowl. Mix with a fork until dough is kneadable and not too sticky.
3.Knead on a floured surface until dough is smooth and well combined.
4.Cover the dough and set it aside to rest for 30 minutes.
5.Meanwhile, pour boiling water over the dried porcini mushrooms in a bowl. Let them sit for 20 minutes. Drain the mushrooms but keep the liquid.
6.Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and onion until browned.
7.Add the cremini mushrooms along with the porcini mushrooms. Mix the ingredients in the pan and quickly sauté them until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
8.Remove mushrooms from the pan and finely chop them together. Add them to a mixing bowl and incorporate them with the sour cream and parsley.
9.Roll out the dough into a thin sheet on a floured surface.
10.Use a mold or a circular cutter to cut out 3-inch diameter circles of dough.
11.Add a teaspoon of mushroom mix in the center of each circle, fold and seal with your fingers to make the dumplings.
12.Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pierogies and cook them for 4-5 minutes until they float and are tender.
13.Serve them hot with a dollop of sour cream.

PROS

Polish wild mushroom pierogies are hearty and filling, perfect for a comforting meal on a cold day.

They are packed with flavor and can be served as a side dish or a main course.

Pierogies can be made ahead in time, making them a convenient dish to prepare for parties or pot lucks.

CONS

The dough can be tricky to make if the correct ratio of flour to water is not maintained.

The recipe is time-consuming, taking around 2-3 hours to make from start to finish.

Pierogies can be high in calories and carbohydrates if eaten excessively.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pierogies made with whole grain flour and low-fat sour cream can be a source of healthy carbohydrates and protein.
The mushrooms in the pierogies provide a range of essential vitamins and minerals such as potassium, copper and B vitamins that are beneficial for heart health.
However, the high amount of butter and sour cream may add to the fat and calorie count of the pierogies.

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