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Polish Pierogi with Duck Filling

Cultural Context

Pierogi, a staple of Polish cuisine, originated as a peasant dish, often filled with seasonal ingredients. Traditionally served during holidays and family gatherings, they symbolize comfort and togetherness. Today, pierogi have gained international popularity, with countless variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients, making them a beloved dish worldwide.

PolishPLmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
4 tablespoons clarified butter
1 medium onion
1 cup smoked cheese
2 cups mashed potatoes
1 cup cottage cheese
to taste cranberry jam
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chives

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

duck meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than duck.

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 can be used in place of butter.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Use warm water to mix with flour and a tablespoon of oil.

2

Knead the dough for 2-4 minutes until smooth.

3

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes in a warm bowl.

4

Finely slice the onion and fry in clarified butter with a little salt.

5

Add grated smoked cheese to the filling mixture.

6

Mix in mashed potatoes, cottage cheese, cranberry jam, nutmeg, and black pepper.

7

Roll out the dough until thin enough to see your finger underneath.

8

Cut the dough into circles and fill with the mixture, pinching the sides to seal.

9

Boil the pierogi in water until they float, about 1 minute.

10

Fry the boiled pierogi in clarified butter until golden.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingboilingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinskilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

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Also Known As

Pierogi z kaczkąDumplings with Duck

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