Lazy Pierogi

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted (for serving) 4 tablespoons butter, melted (for serving)
• 1/2 cup fried onions (for serving) 1/2 cup fried onions (for serving)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 56g, 4g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sour cream, and eggs. Mix until a dough forms.
2. 2.
   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. 3.
   In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until golden brown.
4. 4.
   In a separate bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with the sautéed onions, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5. 5.
   Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or a glass.
6. 6.
   Place a spoonful of the potato filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
7. 7.
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes.
8. 8.
   Remove the dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a serving dish.
9. 9.
   Drizzle the melted butter over the dumplings and sprinkle with fried onions.
10. 10.
    Serve the lazy pierogi hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture in the filling.
• Sour cream — Opt for full-fat sour cream to achieve a rich and creamy dough.

Tips & Tricks

• To add a twist to the filling, you can mix in some grated cheese or cooked bacon.
• If you prefer a crispier texture, you can pan-fry the boiled dumplings in butter until golden brown before serving.
• Leftover lazy pierogi can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet with a little butter for a quick and delicious meal.

Serving advice

Lazy pierogi are best served hot, straight from the pot. They can be enjoyed as a main dish accompanied by a fresh salad or as a side dish to complement a meaty main course.

Presentation advice

Arrange the lazy pierogi on a serving platter, drizzle the melted butter over them, and sprinkle with fried onions. Garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley for a pop of color.