Delicious Sauerkraut Pierogi Recipe

This sauerkraut pierogi recipe is a traditional Polish dish that combines the tangy flavor of sauerkraut with the pillowy softness of homemade pierogi dough. Perfect as a main course or side dish, these pierogi are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Ingredients

• 2 cups sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pierogi dough (homemade or store-bought)

Directions

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent.
2. Add drained sauerkraut to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until heated through.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and let cool.
4. Roll out pierogi dough on a floured surface and cut into circles using a round cutter.
5. Place a spoonful of sauerkraut filling in the center of each dough circle.
6. Fold over the dough to create a half-moon shape, then pinch the edges to seal.
7. Boil the pierogi in a large pot of salted water for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
8. Remove pierogi with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
9. Serve hot with sour cream or your favorite topping.

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