Name: Siberian Delight: Beef Pork Pelmeni Dumplings
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 large eggs; 2/3 cup water; 1 pound ground pork; 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Dumpling

Beef and Pork Pelmeni (Russian Dumplings)

Sep 2, 2025
by Abel Kozey
- 5.0 / 5 ( 1 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

1 hrs
COOK TIME

10 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs 10 mins
SERVING

10 People
VIEWS

3

Embark on a culinary journey to Russia with these delectable, meat-filled dumplings, reminiscent of ravioli but uniquely Russian. Pelmeni are perfect served with a dollop of tangy sour cream, a dab of zesty yellow mustard, or a splash of sharp vinegar. Prepare a batch, freeze the extras, and savor the delightful taste of homemade pelmeni whenever the craving strikes.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

4 large eggs

2/3 cup water

1 pound ground pork

1 pound ground beef

1/2 cup water

1/2 medium onion, finely chopped

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

27 g
Cholesterol

132 mg
Fiber

1 g
Protein

22 g
Saturated Fat

5 g
Sodium

327 mg
Sugar

1 g
Fat

14 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and 2/3 cup of water. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture, mixing until a dough forms. (3 minutes)

03

Step

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 minutes. Place the dough in a plastic bag and let it rest for 20 minutes. (29 minutes)

04

Step

While the dough rests, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, 1/2 cup of water, and finely chopped onion. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to combine. (10 minutes)

05

Step

Remove the dough from the bag and place it back onto the floured surface. Roll the dough out thinly and divide it into long, slender ropes, about 3/4-inch thick. Cut the ropes into 3/4-inch-wide segments. (8 minutes)

06

Step

Flatten each segment into a 2-inch circle using a rolling pin or your fingers. (10 minutes)

07

Step

Place a 1-inch scoop of the meat filling onto the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and pinch the edges firmly to seal. (15 minutes)

08

Step

Bring the two opposing corners of the half-moon together behind the flat edge and pinch to secure, forming the classic pelmeni shape. Place the finished pelmeni on a lightly floured baking sheet. (10 minutes)

09

Step

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a rolling boil. Gently add about 15 pelmeni to the boiling water, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook until the pelmeni float to the top and are cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. (10 minutes)

10

Step

Remove the cooked pelmeni with a slotted spoon and serve immediately. Enjoy with sour cream, yellow mustard, or vinegar.

For best results, use high-quality ground meat with a good fat content to ensure flavorful and juicy pelmeni.
If the dough becomes too elastic and difficult to work with, allow it to rest for an additional 10-15 minutes.
To freeze pelmeni, place the baking sheet with the uncooked pelmeni in the freezer until frozen solid. Transfer the frozen pelmeni to a freezer-safe bag or container for longer storage. Cook directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Experiment with different fillings, such as adding mushrooms or other vegetables to the meat mixture.

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