Beautiful Girl in Village Cooks Traditional Ukrainian Dish! Traditional Varenyky (Dumplings) Recipe

cherries

🥗Healthier: frozen cherries

💰Cheaper: canned cherries

Frozen cherries are often more affordable and retain flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat alternative.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides similar creaminess with less fat.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: unbleached flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Mix flour and salt in a large bowl.

Add eggs and water, then knead until smooth.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Pit and chop the cherries, then combine with sugar and lemon juice.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface until thin.

Cut circles from the dough using a glass or cutter.

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

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, sealing the edges.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Drop the varenyky into the boiling water and cook until they float, about 5 minutes.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain.

Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.

Fry the varenyky until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes.

Serve warm, topped with sour cream and powdered sugar.

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