Dumplings with prunes and cottage cheese
4 servings
85 minutes
Vareniki with prunes and cottage cheese is an exquisite dish of Belarusian cuisine that combines sweetness and tenderness. Prunes, a traditional ingredient of Slavic cuisine, give the filling a rich fruity flavor with a slight tartness, while cottage cheese adds softness and a creamy texture. These vareniki possess a harmony of sweet and milky tones, making them an ideal dessert or hearty breakfast. Historically, prunes were used in Belarusian cooking for their longevity and health benefits. They are served with aromatic sour cream and fresh herbs that enhance their rich taste. The exquisite balance of flavors makes this dish beloved not only in Belarus but also beyond its borders where traditional recipes are cherished.
1
Soak prunes in warm water for 40 minutes to swell. Then drain the water.
- Prunes: 400 g
2
Soak the prunes in 2 cups of boiling water and cook until done, then cool.
- Prunes: 400 g
3
Pass the boiled prunes through a sieve, add sugar to the resulting puree, heat on low, then cool again.
- Prunes: 400 g
- Sugar: 50 g
4
Mix the cottage cheese with the plum puree.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 100 g
5
Roll the dough into a thin layer and cut out circles using a round cutter.
- Pelmeni (dumpling) dough: 450 g
6
Place filling on each circle, join the edges of the dough and pinch.
7
Boil the dumplings in salted boiling water for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream and garnish with greens.
- Sour cream: 1 jar
