Poltava dumplings with meat
5 servings
40 minutes
Poltava dumplings with meat are a classic dish of Ukrainian cuisine that embodies the traditions of home cooking. Originating from Poltava region, it is famous for its simplicity and incredible taste. Fluffy steamed dumplings made from tender dough have a softness and airiness. Combined with juicy minced meat stewed with onions, carrots, and spices, they create a harmonious and rich flavor that warms and brings comfort. Dumplings pair well not only with meat but can also be served with various sauces or sour cream. This dish is perfect for a family dinner, reminding of the warm atmosphere of a Ukrainian home where food is prepared with love and care.
1
To make fluffy steamed Poltava dumplings, mix baking soda and citric acid into the flour, gradually add water, and knead a soft dough.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
- Soda: 1 teaspoon
- Citric acid: 0.3 teaspoon
- Water: 1 glass
2
Divide the dough into several parts, shape each into 'sausages', and cut diagonally into a couple of centimeters (I rolled balls).
3
Place the dumplings at a small distance apart.
4
Boil for 4-5 minutes. Grease each batch in a bowl with vegetable or butter to prevent sticking.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
- Water: 1 glass
- Soda: 1 teaspoon
- Citric acid: 0.3 teaspoon
5
Prepare a sauce from meat and vegetables. In a heated pan, sauté the onion and gradually add the carrot. Stew the minced meat. Pour in some water and simmer on low heat, adding crushed garlic, salt, and spices to taste.
- Onion: 2 heads
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Minced meat: 500 g
- Garlic: 4 cloves
6
Mix the ready dumplings with the meat mixture and serve hot.