Wareneki
Discover the comforting flavors of traditional Wareneki, a delightful Eastern European dumpling recipe that’s perfect for family gatherings or hearty weeknight meals. These tender, pillowy dumplings are made from scratch with a simple homemade dough and stuffed with a luscious filling of creamy cottage cheese, subtly sweetened with a hint of sugar. Boiled to perfection and bathed in melted butter, they’re irresistibly rich and satisfying. Top them off with a dollop of tangy sour cream for a classic finishing touch that ties the dish together. With just 45 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, this nostalgic comfort food is as easy to make as it is to savor. Ideal for showcasing traditional flavors, Wareneki is a must-try for dumpling lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Cottage cheese (dry curd or farmer's cheese preferred)
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cups Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the egg and water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
While the dough rests, prepare the filling. In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, egg yolk, and sugar until well combined.
Once the dough has rested, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Use a 3-inch round cutter (a glass works well) to cut circles out of the dough.
Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the cottage cheese filling in the center of each circle.
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges firmly to seal. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the dumplings in batches into the boiling water and cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
Remove the cooked wareneki with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving dish. Melt the butter and pour it over the dumplings to prevent sticking.
Serve the wareneki warm with a dollop of sour cream on the side or on top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 179 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
