Varenyky (vareniki/dumplings) are known all over the world and Ukraine is the motherland for this wonderful dish. The national love immortalized varenyky in poems, songs, movies, and even monuments! (1) Varenyky are popular across the globe, and abroad they have other names, shapes, and fillings. A traditional Ukrainian varenyk is twice bigger than a Russian pelmen and four times larger in size than an Italian ravioli. Ukrainian varenyky are half moon shaped, Russin pelmeni have a round form, and Italian ravioli have mostly a square shape. In Poland and...
Traditional Ukrainian food. Have you ever wondered where varenyky (dumplings) came from?
Ukraine is the homeland for salo with garlic, borsch (beetroot soup) with pampushky, and varenyky (dumplings) with cherries and sour cream. These tasty and nourishing Ukrainian dishes have expanded far beyond its native land. Today we’re going to discuss the history of varenyky/dumplings/perogies – whatever you might call them. Varenyky (dumplings) are traditional Ukrainian food, the icon of Ukrainian cuisine. Perhaps, there is no other such dish in Ukraine, which is used so heavily and loved so dearly. But there was a time when nobody in Ukraine even heard...
Varenyky with pumpkin
We continue to enjoy the pumpkin season and today we are going to make yummy Ukrainian dumplings with pumpkin filling. The piquant pumpkin lends earthy taste to the dish while the nutmeg gives it unforgettable flavor. Such a treat will be great to any fall occasion. These varenyky are sure to bewitch your relatives and friends. They allow to embrace the flavours of autumn in one dish. Ingredients: Filling 1/2 nutmeg 1 bulb onion 70 ml olive oil 1 bunch of parsley 5-6 cloves of garlic 1 kg (2,2 lb)...