Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies)
Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) are tender half-moon dumplings filled with buttery mashed potatoes and cheese or a tangy sauerkraut-cabbage mix, then boiled until pillowy and optionally pan-fried for a delicate crisp. Savory onions and a dollop of sour cream make them especially comforting. Ideal for family gatherings or festive occasions, they celebrate tradition in every bite.
- Prep1 hr
- Cook1 hr
- Serves10
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 73
- Metabolic
- 48
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
For the dough, mix the flour and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the center, add the soft butter and evaporated milk, and stir gently until the liquid is absorbed. Add water only as needed, kneading continuously until the dough holds together. Put the dough into a greased bowl, turn to coat, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 2
For the potato filling, put the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Drain the potatoes and set aside. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Sauté the onions in the butter until tender.
- 4
Mix the onions into the potatoes with the cheese, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
For the sauerkraut and cabbage filling, put the drained sauerkraut into a large saucepan. In a medium skillet, sauté 2 onions in 1/2 cup butter until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Stir the onions into the sauerkraut with the cabbage and the chicken bouillon cube. Cook over low heat until the liquid evaporates. Season with pepper, remove from heat, let the mixture cool, then run it through a grinder or food processor.
- 7
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it to 1/8 inch thick and cut into 3-inch circles.
- 8
Place one tablespoon of filling on one side of each circle. Fold the other half over and press the edges to seal.
- 9
Set the finished dumplings on a floured tray and keep them covered.
- 10
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drop about 10 dumplings into the water at a time. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, then transfer to a colander to drain.
- 11
Place the cooked dumplings on a lightly oiled dish and turn them to coat with a thin layer to keep them from sticking. Serve with fried onions and sour cream. Cooled dumplings can also be fried in oil and butter for a crisp surface.
- Calories 500.9 kcal High 25%
- Protein 14.78 g Good Source 30%
- Carbohydrate 84.47 g --
- Total Fat 10.41 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 5.79 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 27.28 mg Moderate 9%
- Sodium 1133.72 mg High 49%
- Dietary Fiber 7.31 g Good Source 26%
- Total Sugars 3.86 g --
- Added Sugars 0.51 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 299.14 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 4.27 mg Good Source 24%
- Potassium 716.58 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin A 81.38 mcg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin C 17.63 mg Moderate 20%
- Vitamin D 0.61 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) is made with 13 ingredients and serves 10. It takes about 2 hrs and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Chicken Bouillon. Each serving provides about 500.9 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Bouillon, Diced Potatoes. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies)?
- About 2 hrs in total: 1 hr to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 500.9 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 11 steps.
- Is Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) healthy?
- Ukrainian Olha's Varenyky (Perogies) has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 500.9 calories and 14.78 g of protein, or 30% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1133.72 mg (49% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.79 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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