Traditional Ukrainian dumplings with potatoes! Varenyki

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: mashed beans

Sweet potato adds nutrients and flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Tofu provides a dairy-free option with protein.

Prepare the filling by frying lard with onion until golden.

Boil potatoes until tender, then mash until smooth.

Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

Add boiling water and oil gradually, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Cut circles from the dough using a glass or cutter.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over the filling and pinch to seal.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Drop varenyki into boiling water and cook until they float, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

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