Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 cup

All Purpose Flour

sifted

1.75 cup

Hot Water

heated

2 unit

Large Eggs

cracked

2 tbsp

Vinegar

optional

4 tbsp

Oil

any

2.5 tsp

Salt

Step 1
~4 min

Make a well in the center of the flour.

Step 2
~4 min

Add salt to the well.

Step 3
~4 min

Add hot water, eggs, vinegar (or lemon juice), and oil to the flour mixture.

Step 4
~4 min

Mix the ingredients until a dough forms.

Step 5
~4 min

Knead the dough until smooth.

Step 6
~4 min

Prepare the filling separately (not provided in the recipe).

Step 7
~4 min

Roll out the dough thinly.

Step 8
~4 min

Cut out small circles from the dough.

Step 9
~4 min

Place a small amount of filling in the center of each circle.

Step 10
~4 min

Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape.

Step 11
~4 min

Bring the corners of the half-moon together and pinch to seal.

Step 12
~4 min

Bring water to a boil in a large pot.

Step 13
~4 min

Gently drop the pelmeni into the boiling water.

Step 14
~4 min

Cook until the pelmeni float to the surface and are cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).

Step 15
~4 min

Remove the pelmeni from the water with a slotted spoon.

Step 16
~4 min

Serve hot with desired toppings.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with sour cream or melted butter.

Can be made ahead of time and frozen.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Sour cream

Butter

Vinegar

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled vegetables
Simple salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

Traditional Russian dish often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

65/100

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