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Pelmeni ( — plural, пельмень ''pel’men’'' — singular) is Russian national dish (Siberian cuisine), a type of dumpling consisting of a filling that is wrapped in thin unleavened dough. In other languages they are called by similar names: , ''pyal’meni''; ''pilmän(när)''; , ''pel’meni''; ; .
[edit] Ingredients
DOUGH |
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8 |
ounces flour |
1 |
large egg |
½ |
cup water |
1 |
teaspoon salt |
FILLING |
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12 |
ounces ground pork |
4 |
ounces minced beef |
1 |
large onion, finely chopped |
2 |
|
1 |
teaspoon salt |
fresh ground black pepper |
|
2 |
tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley |
[edit] Preparation
Step 1 |
To make the dough, place the flour and salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade or mixer with a dough hook. With the motor running add the egg and as much water as necessary for a dough that is just beginning form a ball. Remove the dough and place on a floured surface. Form into a ball, then flatten, wrap in plastic film and chill for 30 minutes. |
Step 2 |
To make the filling, mix the other ingredients together in a bowl. |
Step 3 |
To form, when the dough is ready, roll out to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out 3 inch rounds with a biscuit cutter or a lid. Put a scant teaspoon of the filling onto each 3 inch shape. Fold over and seal the edges with a fork. Wet both ends of the pelmeni and bring them round and pinch together to the shape of Italian tortellini. Place on a baking tray, covered with a clean towel. |
Step 4 |
To cook the pelmeni, bring 3 1/2 pts of water to the boil. Drop in the pelmeni by the dozen. Simmer uncovered until they rise to the surface. |
Step 5 |
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[edit] About Pelmeni
These flavorful dumplings are a popular dish in Russia and surrounding countries. They can be also be served in a soup broth or with a variety of sauces, including tomato or cheese.
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