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How to Cook Ukrainian Potato & Mushroom Dumplings (PS. Just like Pierogies)

Instructions:

  1. Cook Dumplings: Boil dumplings in water for 7 minutes.
  2. Strain and Mix: Drain the dumplings and mix them with butter.
  3. Serve: Enjoy with sour cream and fried onions.

Notes:

  • Potato & Mushroom Vareniki are similar to pierogi but smaller in size.
  • Traditional Eastern European serving suggestions include butter, fried onions, and sour cream. Some people add a bit of vinegar or enjoy them with pickles or your favorite sauce.

Options:

  • You can also fry the dumplings straight from the bag. Each bag includes detailed cooking instructions.

Also, check out our how to cook Pelmeni page for details on our meat dumplings, our Pelmeni recipes page for more recipe variations, and our Pelmeni Dumplings FAQ page for common questions on Pelmeni dumplings.