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 potato
These comfort “half moons” can make you crazy Ukrainian varenyky (dumplings) with potato are widely popular not only in Ukraine but also all over the world. People like this dish because it is simple, nourishing, and cozy. Dumplings are made from thin unleavened dough. Couple that with the potato-onion filling and you get a win-win combination. The recipes for these varenyky calls for just a handful of ingredients that almost everybody can find in their house. To make the dough you’ll need water, salt, and flour. To cook the...