Russian Pelmeni

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1 pound ground pork or beef
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons of butter for cooking

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Slowly add the cold water to the mixture. Knead the dough until it is smooth and pliable.
3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and set aside for 30 minutes.
4. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, onion, pepper, nutmeg, and salt.
5. Divide the dough into 8 pieces and roll each piece into a circle about 8 inches in diameter.
6. Place a tablespoon of the filling in the center of each circle.
7. Fold the dough in half and press the edges together to seal the pelmeni.
8. Place the pelmeni on a floured baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
9. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
10. Add the pelmeni to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pelmeni are golden brown.
11. Serve the pelmeni with sour cream and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Pelmeni are a type of Russian dumpling that is usually filled with ground meat, fish, or vegetables.
• The word “pelmeni” comes from the Russian word for ear, which refers to the shape of the dumplings.
• Pelmeni are traditionally served with sour cream and can also be served with other condiments such as vinegar or mustard.