Varenyky with Caramelized Onions

Name: Varenyky with Caramelized Onions
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 egg; 3/4 cup water (warm); 1 lb russet potato, boiled and mashed; 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 2 tbsp butter; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 onion (yellow), thinly sliced; 2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing); 1 tsp sugar; 2 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional); 1 cup sour cream; 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Pillowy Ukrainian dumplings filled with potatoes and cheese, topped with sweet-savory caramelized onions and crispy fried shallots for a trendy, elevated dinner.

80 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

UkrainianDinnerStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 egg
3/4 cup water (warm)
1 lb russet potato, boiled and mashed
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 onion (yellow), thinly sliced
2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing)
1 tsp sugar
2 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
1 cup sour cream
2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

1

Make the dough: combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 egg, and 3/4 cup water (warm). Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let rest for 15 minutes.
2

For the filling: mix 1 lb boiled and mashed russet potato, 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, 2 tbsp butter, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl.
3

For the caramelized onions: heat 2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing) in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 thinly sliced onion (yellow) and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sugar and 2 tsp balsamic vinegar (optional) near the end.
4

On a floured surface, roll the dough out very thin, about 1/8 inch thick.
5

Using a 3-inch round cutter or glass, cut circles from the dough.
6

Place about 1 tablespoon of filling on each circle, fold in half, and press the edges to seal firmly.
7

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the varenyky in batches and cook for about 2-3 minutes after they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
8

Serve the warm varenyky topped with caramelized 2 onion (yellow), a dollop of 1 cup sour cream, and a sprinkle of 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives.

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Can I speed up the caramelized onions in Varenyky with Caramelized Onions?

Step 3 reads: "For the caramelized onions: heat 2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing) in a skillet over medium heat." Not by much. Step 3 needs steady medium-low heat; turning it up burns the outside before the sugars inside have browned. A splash of water rescues a pan that starts to catch.

Can I make Varenyky with Caramelized Onions dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Varenyky with Caramelized Onions is 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated, 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp butter (for caramelizing), 1 cup sour cream. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the sour cream for thick coconut yogurt with a squeeze of lemon. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Varenyky with Caramelized Onions contain eggs?

Yes: 1 egg. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Varenyky with Caramelized Onions?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 14 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 14 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 640 mg sodium.

Can I make Varenyky with Caramelized Onions ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Varenyky with Caramelized Onions within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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