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

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.

Questions

Can I make Varenyky with Caramelized Onions dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry 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.

Can I make Varenyky with Caramelized Onions gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 3 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Can I make Varenyky with Caramelized Onions ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Varenyky with Caramelized Onions?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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