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Lazy Dumplings

Cultural Context

Lazy Dumplings, or Lazanki, are a beloved comfort food in Ukraine, often made with leftover mashed potatoes. This dish reflects the resourcefulness of Ukrainian cuisine, turning simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Traditionally served with sour cream, they are a staple in many households and have variations across Eastern Europe, showcasing the adaptability of this comforting dish.

UkrainianUAmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
0.5 lb cottage cheese
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup sour cream
1 cup fresh strawberries

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: cauliflower

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content

1

Boil cottage cheese in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

2

Drain cottage cheese and mash until smooth.

3

Mix mashed cottage cheese with flour, eggs, and sugar to form a dough.

4

Roll the dough into a log and cut into small pieces.

5

Boil the dumplings in salted water until they float, about 5-7 minutes.

6

Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon and drain.

7

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

8

Add chopped strawberries and sauté until golden, about 3-4 minutes.

9

Add the dumplings to the skillet and pan-fry until crispy, about 5 minutes.

10

Serve hot, topped with sour cream.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmixingmashing

Equipment Needed

large potslotted spoonmixing bowlskilletmasher

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

LazankiLazy Vareniki

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