Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Cheesy Egg & Cheese Piroshki Recipe. These Ukrainian hand pies, filled with a creamy blend of farmer’s cheese and eggs, are perfect for any occasion—be it a snack, appetizer, or a hearty meal. With the option to bake or fry, these golden-brown pastries boast a crispy exterior and a rich, savory filling that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed as a quick lunch, these piroshki are versatile and easy to make. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp white sugar
- 1 tbsp dry active yeast
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/3 cup butter (melted)
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 large eggs (hard-boiled; diced)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 3 green onions (diced; green parts only)
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped dill
- 1 tsp EACH: dried garlic, dried onion powder
- 2 tsp sea salt
- ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 1/2 cups farmer's cheese (tvorog)
- 3 to 5 cups canola oil (for frying)
- 1 large egg (beaten; for baking only)
Instructions
- Warm the milk and combine with sugar and yeast in a mixing bowl. Let it sit until bubbly (about 5 minutes).
- Add melted butter, sea salt, and a large egg to the yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate flour until you form a soft dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, then let it rise in an oiled bowl covered with plastic wrap until doubled in size (45 minutes).
- In another bowl, mix diced hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, green onions, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, black pepper, and farmer's cheese.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into equal pieces. Roll each piece into 4-inch circles and place filling in the center before sealing.
- For frying: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry piroshki until golden brown on both sides. For baking: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and place on a baking sheet brushed with beaten egg.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Ukrainian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piroshki (78g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg