Follow these steps for perfect results
egg
beaten
sour cream
all-purpose flour
kosher salt
unsalted butter
yukon gold potatoes
peeled and cut
kosher salt
olive oil
white onion
minced
zucchini
grated
fresh spinach
roughly chopped
feta cheese
crumbled
unsalted butter
sour cream
for serving
fresh dill
chopped
Beat egg and sour cream in a small bowl.
Combine flour and salt in a stand mixer.
Add butter gradually, mixing until clumps form.
Add egg mixture and mix until just incorporated; do not overmix.
Knead dough briefly into a ball.
Wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Divide dough in half.
Roll out one half on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness.
Cut out 12 rounds using a 3-inch cookie cutter.
Refrigerate rounds until ready to use.
Repeat with the other half of the dough.
Boil potatoes with salt until tender.
Drain and cool potatoes.
Grate potatoes.
Sauté onion in olive oil until translucent and browning.
Add zucchini and salt, cook for 2 minutes.
Add spinach and salt, cook for 2 minutes.
Drain mixture in a colander, pressing out excess liquid for 30 minutes.
Combine drained spinach mixture, grated potato, feta cheese, and salt in a bowl.
Mix gently.
Bring a large pot of water to boil.
Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough round.
Fold dough into a half-moon shape, sealing edges firmly.
Boil dumplings for 3 minutes, then drain.
Set aside on wax paper.
Melt butter in a large sauté pan.
Cook dumplings in a single layer until golden brown and crispy on each side.
Spread sour cream on each plate.
Place lemon marmalade and dumplings on top.
Garnish with dill.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the dough is well-sealed to prevent filling from escaping during boiling.
Don't overcrowd the pan when pan-frying the dumplings to ensure even browning.
Adjust the amount of salt according to your preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Dumplings can be assembled and refrigerated for up to 1 day before cooking.
Serve dumplings on a bed of sour cream, garnished with fresh dill.
Serve as a main course with a side salad.
Serve as an appetizer with a dipping sauce.
The acidity cuts through the richness of the dumplings.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A traditional comfort food often served during family gatherings.
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