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Russian Piroshki

Savory Russian Piroshki: Fluffy Treats You’ll Crave!

Experience the delight of fluffy Russian Piroshki filled with savory potatoes and meat, a must-try comfort food.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Russian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 large Egg at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar granulated
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or melted butter/lard
  • 1 cup Milk warm
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast
  • 4 cups All-purpose Flour sifted
Filling
  • 2 cups Potatoes boiled and mashed
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for mashing
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground Meat beef, pork or turkey
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • 2 tablespoons Dill fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For Frying
  • Oil enough for frying Vegetable Oil for deep frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Deep Pot
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, sugar, and salt until smooth. Slowly mix in warm milk and vegetable oil. Gradually add sifted flour and instant yeast. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm area for about 60-90 minutes or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
  1. While the dough is rising, peel and chop the potatoes. Boil them in salted water for 10-25 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a skillet. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Stir in ground meat, cooking until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
  3. Combine cooled mashed potatoes with meat mixture, adding fresh dill and season to taste. Mix well and set aside.
Assembling and Frying Piroshki
  1. Once the dough has doubled, punch it down and divide into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into an oval and fill with a tablespoon of filling. Pinch edges to seal.
  2. Heat oil in a deep pot to 350-375°F. Fry piroshki in batches until golden brown, about 5 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Cool slightly on paper towels, then serve warm with sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Adjust flour based on humidity, ensure ingredients are at room temperature, and maintain oil temperature for optimal frying results.

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