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Savory Piroshky Recipe

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Savory Piroshky are traditional Russian stuffed pastries made with a tender yeast dough and filled with a seasoned ground meat and onion mixture. These delicious fried buns are golden brown on the outside with a flavorful, juicy filling inside, perfect as a hearty snack or meal.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 5 egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups warm milk
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 1/2 tbsp dry yeast
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 7 cups all-purpose flour

Filling Ingredients

  • 3 lb ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)
  • 1 large onion, grated
  • 1 tbsp salt (adjust to preference)
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper (adjust to preference)

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil or canola oil (enough for deep frying)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat and grated onion. Season with salt and black pepper according to your taste preference. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar and sour cream until smooth. Add warm water, warm milk, and dry yeast. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the yeast to activate. Stir in the melted butter.
  3. Knead the Dough: Gradually add the flour in three parts, mixing after each addition. Once combined, knead the dough by hand for at least 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and no longer sticks to your hands.
  4. Let the Dough Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about one hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Piroshky: With oiled hands, divide the dough into small, evenly sized portions. Form each portion into a circle and place them on an oiled surface to prevent sticking.
  6. Fill and Fold: Flatten each dough circle, then place a portion of the prepared filling in the center. Spread the meat evenly within the circle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to seal, then gently flatten the sealed dough into a rounded piroshky shape. Place the shaped piroshky on an oiled surface side by side.
  7. Fry the Piroshky: Heat vegetable or canola oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully fry each piroshky until golden brown on both sides. Tear one open to check that the filling is cooked through.
  8. Drain and Serve: Remove fried piroshky and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Cover with a clean towel to keep warm until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use warm milk and warm water to activate the yeast properly for a good rise.
  • Adjust salt and pepper in the filling according to your taste preference.
  • Ensure oil is sufficiently hot before frying to prevent the piroshky from absorbing too much oil.
  • These piroshky can be served warm or at room temperature and make a great snack or meal accompaniment.
  • If preferred, you can substitute the ground meat mixture with other fillings such as mushrooms, cabbage, or potatoes.

Keywords: piroshky, savory piroshky, Russian pastries, fried dough, stuffed buns, ground meat filling

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