Halushki Recipe (Traditional Ukrainian Dumplings) (2024)

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This traditional Ukrainian halushki recipe consists of tender dumplings tossed with crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, & crispy onions. Eastern European comfort food!

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These halushki come straight from my grandmother’s recipe collection. A traditional Ukrainian dumpling dish, halushki consist of melt-in-your-mouth dumplings tossed with crunchy bacon and sautéed veggies. Get ready to fall hard and fast for these morsels!

In Ukraine, these dumplings are treated much like Italian gnocchi. They can be tossed with a variety of different sauces and toppings and represent the best characteristics of Ukrainian home cooking – simple, affordable, and heart-warming.

Confusion Alert: There is also a Polish dish called “halushki” that consists of noodles, onions, and cabbage. Additionally, a similar Russian dumpling dish is called “galushki”.

What is Halushki?

Halushki, a popular dish of traditional Ukrainian dumplings, consists of plump flour-based dumplings tossed with pan-fried bacon and veggies. Typically, it’s served in Ukrainian cafes at lunch or dinner time alongside a light salad. Below, find a high-level overview of the flavor, texture, and cooking time.

  • Flavor: Halushki are buttery, salty, and rich.
  • Texture: The tender dumplings are contrasted with crunchy bacon and bits of sautéed mushroom and onions.
  • Time: From prep to table, halushki take just under an hour to make.

How to Make Halushki

Making halushki only requires a handful of wholesome ingredients and simple steps. Find an overview of the recipe below.

  • Make the dumpling dough. In a large bowl, add the flour, salt and create a small well in the center of it. Add eggs, water, and melted butter into the well. Use a fork to incorporate the wet ingredients into the flour to create the dough until you get a smooth texture.
  • Shape & Boil the Dumplings: On a floured surface, separate the dough into eight pieces. Roll each piece into a long string and dice it into small pieces. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the raw dumplings into the water, cooking until they float to the top.
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  • Sauté the Veggies & Bacon: In a large skillet preheated with butter, sauté the mushrooms until lightly browned. Add the onions into the skillet and cook until translucent. Season the veggies with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in bacon pieces and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Pan-Fry the Dumplings: In a non-stick skillet, add the boiled dumplings, veggies, and bacon. Pan-fry the dumplings until they turn golden brown. Serve immediately and enjoy every bite!
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Tips for Making the Best Halushki

Below, find a collection of tips to help you make the best traditional Ukrainian dumplings. When halushki hit the table, your guests are seriously going to think you have a Ukrainian grandmother hiding in your kitchen!

  • Use high-quality all-purpose flour. Bob’s Red Mill All-Purpose Flour is a Momsdish favorite. It has a high-protein content yielding dumplings with a denser texture and satisfying bite.
  • Use European-style butter. European butter is churned longer, resulting in a higher butterfat content and a golden yellow hue. Overall, it has more flavor and texture. It will add an unparalleled richness to your halushki! A couple of great brands are Kerrygold and Plugra.
  • Allow the dumplings to float before removing them. Once the dumplings float to the top of the boiling water, they are fully cooked. If you remove them before they rise to the top, they will be gummy and undercooked.

Serving Halushki

Serve halushki alongside a light side salad or veggie dish for lunch or dinner. Just like pasta or gnocchi, these dumplings are carb-heavy and filling all on their own. Pairing the dumplings with a classic garden salad, marinated tomatoes, or homemade caesar will make for a nice, well-rounded meal.

Hot Tip: Add a dollop of sour cream on top of the halushki right before serving for a tangy pop of flavor. If you didn’t know, Ukrainians LOVE using sour cream as a garnish!

Storing Halushki

  • Refrigerator: Store leftover halushki in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should keep for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a skillet with a little butter or in the microwave.
  • Freezer: You can freeze halushki by placing the raw dumplings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pop the entire baking sheet in the freezer. Once completely frozen, transfer the dumplings to a freezer-safe plastic bag. Frozen halushki should keep for up to 3 months.

FAQ

What is the origin of halushki?

Halushki originate from Ukraine. However, there is a very similar dish in Russia called “galushki”.

What is halushki made of?

Ukrainian halushki are made with a similar dough as Italian pasta. The dumplings are then boiled and pan-fried alongside veggies and bacon bits.

Can you freeze halushki?

You can freeze halushki by placing the raw dumplings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the entire baking sheet in the freezer uncovered. Once frozen, transfer the dumplings to a freezer-safe plastic bag. Frozen halushki should keep for up to 3 months.

What should I serve halushki with?

Halushki is best served alongside a fresh side salad or some grilled veggies. Much like pasta, it’s carb-heavy and filling so light sides pair best with it.

Can I use a different type of flour than all-purpose for halushki?

All-purpose flour works best for halushki. You could probably use a gluten-free variety, but we’ve only used all-purpose and can’t guarantee how it will turn out.

Other Ukrainian/Russian Classics

  • Vareniki Recipe – Sweet farmer’s cheese dumplings
  • Kiev Cake – Hazelnut and buttercream cake
  • Olivier Potato Salad (Салат Оливье) – Russian-style potato salad
  • – Fried dumplings stuffed with cheesy potatoes

Recipe

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Halushki Recipe (Traditional Ukrainian Dumplings)

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Servings

12 Servings

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

This traditional Ukrainian halushki recipe consists of tender dumplings tossed with crispy bacon and sautéed mushrooms and onions. The epitome of Eastern European comfort food!

Ingredients

Halushki Dumplings

  • 5 cups flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • 150 g Unsalted Butter for dough

Halushki Toppings

  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter for sautéing veggies + dumplings
  • 1 lb fresh mushrooms
  • 1 onion
  • 1 cup bacon pieces
  • 1 tbsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper adjust to taste

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Instructions

Halushki Dumplings

  • Prepare ingredients for the recipe.

  • Place the flour and salt in a large bowl. Make a little well in the middle. Place whisked eggs, water, and melted butter into it. Using a fork, work the ingredients together to form the dough. Finish up combining the ingredients by hand until you get a smooth, even texture.

  • Divide the dough into eight even pieces. On a floured surface, roll each piece into a long string. Dice each string into small pieces.

  • At this point, you can either freeze the raw dough for later use or move onto the next step to cook them.

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the raw dumplings and boil them until they float to the top.

Halushki Toppings

  • Gather the topping ingredients.

  • Dice mushrooms and sauté them in a buttered skillet for about 5 minutes. Dice the onions and add them to the skillet, cooking them until softened. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Stir in bacon pieces, sauté for 5 minutes.

  • Place dumplings into a nonstick skillet and add in sautéed mixture and butter. Cook until they turn golden brown.

  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Halushki Recipe (Traditional Ukrainian Dumplings)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371 Calories from Fat 153

% Daily Value*

Fat 17g26%

Saturated Fat 10g50%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 4g

Cholesterol 102mg34%

Sodium 1197mg50%

Potassium 216mg6%

Carbohydrates 42g14%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 480IU10%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 25mg3%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Posted October 19, 2021

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Natalya Drozhzhin

Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.

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    Anna ČernáDec 5, 2023

    There is also a Slovakian dish called "halušky" and it is topped with bacon and sheep cream cheese called "bryndza". Or bacon and sauerkraut. I will have to try the Ukrainian version.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinDec 6, 2023

      That sounds tasty! Thank you for sharing. Hope you enjoy my recipe of it 🙂

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    MarinaOct 14, 2023

    Thank you for sharing this recipe. I personally didn’t like the dumping recipe. All I could taste is flour and we found ourselves avoiding it on the plate. All the ingredients work well together, I wish I used a different dough though.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 16, 2023

      Hi Marina, Thanks for sharing your feedback!

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    NataliaOct 11, 2023

    "Confusion Alert: There is also a Polish dish called “halushki” that consists of noodles, onions, and cabbage. Additionally, a similar Russian dumpling dish is called “galushki”."

    It's wrong. We do bot have a dish called "halushki" in Poland (it's not even a polish word). BUT we have en exactly the same dish like the one you made and we call it "kopytka".

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 12, 2023

      Hi Natalia, That is so interesting! I learned something new. 🙂

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    Kelly DukesSep 24, 2023

    Question you wouldn’t happen to have a recipe for Ukrainian salo? My fiancé is wanting me to learn how to make Ukrainian salo

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      Natalya DrozhzhinSep 25, 2023

      Hi Kelly, Try our air fryer pork belly bites recipe! Enjoy!

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    Kelly DukesSep 18, 2023

    300 g what does that equal?

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      Natalya DrozhzhinSep 18, 2023

      Hi Kelly, 300 grams equals about 1 1/4 cup or 10.5 ounces.

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        Kelly DukesSep 19, 2023

        Thank you I’m learning to cook different types of Ukrainian food so when my Ukrainian fiancé gets to the USA I will know how to cook foods he will like.

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          Natalya DrozhzhinSep 19, 2023

          Hi Kelly, Well congratulations! How exciting and so sweet of you to learn how to cook Ukrainian food. He will greatly appreciate that!

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    Dave WinningtonMay 7, 2023

    Gobi, a Navy friend, gave us this recipe. Basically the same, but no mushrooms, I like the thought of mushrooms.Also we used a chunk of salt pork curbed, much more flavor than bacon.The noodle dough was rolled out flat and cut into odd square shapes, I like the noodle idea. When all mixed together, we added sauerkraut , mixed well, adding a drizzle of extra bacon grease. I think the sauerkraut cuts the grease, and adds more yummy flavor to a heavy dish. Bless the memory of our very dear friend.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMay 8, 2023

      Hi Dave, thank you for sharing this! Sounds like this dish was absolutely delicious, I love the idea of added sauerkraut. I will have to give that a try sometime.

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    RobFeb 22, 2023

    Thank you for sharing this recipe. I admit that this was not my favorite dish, perhaps because I have COVID. My husband thought that it was passingly good, but he isn't asking for me to make it again. It seemed to come out correctly but it was on the bland side and the taste of dough was too prominent. For me...

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      Natalya DrozhzhinFeb 23, 2023

      Hi Rob, thank you very much for taking the time to leave honest feedback. What do you think could have made this recipe better for y'all?

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    K~Jan 12, 2023

    Would it be scandalous to use store-bought gnocchi in a pinch?! 🙂

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJan 12, 2023

      Hey there! I love the way you think! I am all for simplifying life. Even though, I have not tried it myself, I think the idea is pretty awesome! If you give it a try, let me know how it goes and if the taste is similar! Good luck!

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        Linda SzymoniakMay 20, 2023

        For some reason the dumplings didn’t come out right the second time I made this so I ended up cooking up some frozen gnocchi I had on hand. They were perfect in it.

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          Natalya DrozhzhinMay 20, 2023

          I am sorry Linda, let me know if I can share any helpful tips with dumplings. I love the quick thinking and using gnocchi, its pretty similar in texture. Glad you got to enjoy this recipe.

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    Lucky UKJul 8, 2022

    This was bloomin lovely! Will be adding this to our comfort food rotations. I halved the dumpling recipe as there is only a few of us in our household and I did do an extra onion. We had loads left still for a second portion. We had this for lunch and a few hours later for dinner! hehehe. Very good..very tasty and pleasing on the household budget. Thank you for sharing. Glory to Ukraine!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJul 9, 2022

      Hi there- I'm thrilled your family enjoyed this recipe. Thank you for the kind words and the support! 🙂

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    Richard PopielarzMay 9, 2022

    The Polish dish is called "łazanki." "Halušky" are a Slovak dish.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMay 9, 2022

      Thanks for sharing, Richard! Appreciate the feedback here.

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    SusieApr 1, 2022

    Hi, this recipe looks delicious, I can't wait to try it! Do you think the whole thing could be made the day before then reheated or would it not work? As I'm attempting to make a Ukrainian feast and will have lots of other dishes on the go on the day! If not I will make up to the dumplings and freeze as you suggest above 🙂 Many thanks!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinApr 1, 2022

      Hi Susie- they taste best eaten fresh, otherwise please go with the freezing instructions in the recipe for best results. A Ukrainian feast sounds amazing, I'd love to hear what else you are making. 😄

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    Linda SzymoniakApr 1, 2022

    I love trying to make food from other countries, and with Ukraine in the news so much right now, I thought I could honor them by making one of their traditional dishes. My husband is not a fan of gnocchi and I worried he would see these dumplings as gnocchi. He is a very picky person and seldom likes the new dishes I try. However, he LOVED this so it will be going into my regular rotation of recipes I make for dinner. I worried it would be difficult, but was very easy to make. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinApr 1, 2022

      Hi Linda- I'm so happy to hear that you both loved it! Thank you for your kind words and support.

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    MegMar 27, 2022

    Delicious! I'm sorry it took me this long to try a Ukrainian dish. I cut the dumpling recipe in half since I saw the comment on how big the dish was and it was still so good! I'm praying for and thinking about Ukraine. Unacceptable what is happening right now. Their strength and honor against tyranny and violence is absolutely inspiring. I pray for peace as soon as possible.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 27, 2022

      Hi Meg- I'm so glad you enjoyed this recipe. Also, thank you so much for taking the time to comment and for your support!

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    SkiteMar 20, 2022

    Just a warning, this makes a LOT. Like, won't fit in your biggest pot, feed your entire hoard of cousins, a lot. Believe it when it says 12 servings. Halve or even quarter the recipe if you aren't feeding a small army or planning on freezing half.
    It's pretty good, I did wind up needing about an extra 3/4 c of flour to make the dough. It was nice when garnished with some green onion and dill, like the pictures show.
    I will also say you should be careful what bacon to use. Since it's a main source of flavor in this dish, if you pick a strongly flavored bacon, it will come through even stronger in the dish. It took about 5 slices to make a generous cup of bacon.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 21, 2022

      Hi Skite- your comment made me chuckle. That's a great tip for other readers! I hope you enjoyed the recipe otherwise!

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    Stephanie LMar 18, 2022

    Looking forward to making this! Are you able
    to make the dumplings (not cooked) a day ahead and store in refrigerator?

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 19, 2022

      Hey Stephanie! I would recommend freezing them over refrigerating- it'll still be super easy to cook them after they're frozen. 🙂 Enjoy!

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    kellyMar 10, 2022

    Is there something you can replace the bacon with? I'd prefer to make this vegetarian. It looks delicious!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 10, 2022

      Hi Kelly- you can just omit the bacon and still add the onions, herbs, etc on top. Enjoy!

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    ElizabethMar 9, 2022

    Have you ever made this with gluten free flour? I’m hoping to make it tonight. I’ll also try an egg substitute as we have an egg allergy in the family.

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      PMar 29, 2022

      I made it with AP GF flour tonight. I think the buckwheat was a bit more pronounced maybe, but not bad I think I will use Pamela's GF flour next time for bit lighter dough, but it still was very good.

      I did use free range chicken eggs from our flock.

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        Natalya DrozhzhinMar 29, 2022

        Thanks for the feedback, P!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 9, 2022

      Hi Elizabeth- I have not made it with gluten free flour before, so I can't speak to that. Please let us know how the recipe comes out with these modifications!

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    JodieMar 5, 2022

    I made this tonight. It was easy and tasted great!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 7, 2022

      Hi Jodie- thanks for the feedback, I'm glad you enjoyed this traditional dish!

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    MarcoMar 4, 2022

    I already made the cottage cheese donuts an they were amazing and now I'm looking ahead to more Ukrainian dishes they look fantastic. I'm Canadian Italian, but I have may have some Ukrainian dna. I'm praying for Ukrainians.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 4, 2022

      Hi Marco- thank you for the kind words and support. I'm glad you are enjoying my recipes!

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    HelenMar 2, 2022

    Is their a lower salt version. How much is 150g of butter.Helen

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 2, 2022

      Hi Helen- 150 grams of butter is roughly 1 and 1/4 sticks of butter (assuming a stick of butter is 113grams, that is). You're welcome to adjust the salt to taste. Hope this helps!

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    AimeeFeb 12, 2022

    Looks like green onion and dill are added but not listed in ingredients. ????????

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      Natalya DrozhzhinFeb 13, 2022

      Hi Aimee, you are correct! I garnish with green onion and dill. Any herb will do, use your favorite and add as much as you'd like. Enjoy!

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    BEBUSHAOct 31, 2021

    This meal is fantastic delicious !😁👍

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      Natalya DrozhzhinNov 1, 2021

      I am so glad you loved the recipe, thank you for taking the time to comment 🙂

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    AllyssaOct 20, 2021

    Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It's really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 21, 2021

      I am so glad to hear you enjoyed the halushki, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback!

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    Renee ThiegpinOct 20, 2021

    I knew I had to make this because my roommate made this all the time i college and I loved it! It is amazing! Thank you so much!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 21, 2021

      Yes!! Love it!! They are so so easy to make 🙂

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    ErinOct 20, 2021

    These were so tasty! We all loved them and will make these dumplings soon for my parents. Thanks a bunch!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 21, 2021

      Hi Erin, I am so glad you loved the recipe, thank you for taking the time to comment!!

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    JohnOct 20, 2021

    This is probably a really dumb question: Are the bacon pieces raw or already cooked? Thank you, John

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 20, 2021

      Hi John, nope no dumb questions, I am happy to help with anything you may need. So the bacon is cooked at the end, it is in step 3 in the HALUSHKI TOPPINGS section. After you cook the halushki you can make the topping for it and that is when the bacon is cooked. Hope this helps 🙂

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    NataliaMar 25, 2021

    Hello Natalya, I am Natalia and live in Zurich, Switzerland. My grandparents lived in Zhdanov (now Mariupol) and I used to visit them, traveling from Moscow, every summer. They were originally from Leningrad, but my grandfather was posted there to be the commander of the Air Pilots School. Their best friends were a Ukrainian family and every time I came to visit, they would invite us down for a meal. My favourite was this very dish, galushki. I was looking for the same recipe for years, until I found yours. This is exactly the way they made it - and it's delicious! I recreated the dish from your recipe several times by now, and it's wonderful! Thank you so much! I hope that

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMar 25, 2021

      I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Natalia, and that it brought back so many memories! I love the connection food gives us to lovely times in our life. Thank you for taking the time to share this memory with me and for the feedback!

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    JennieDec 18, 2020

    I made these last night and cooked them in mushroom yushka (or my interpretation of it). They were excellent!!! I had tried them before using a different recipe and they didn't work, so I was very happy to find your recipe. But one question: Why do you add no salt? Is it that they are supposed to pick up the flavor of the sauce? To my palate, they would have been more delicious with a teaspoon or two of salt in the dough.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinDec 18, 2020

      Hi Jennie, I feel like with salty bacon flavor, they come out delicious. I do think that you have a valid point. I will have to try madding salt to the dough. Thank you for sharing your feedback!

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    MagJan 26, 2020

    Hello, I know this dish as well from my childhood 😊, however it's a bit different. It's made with leftover cooked potatoes, which makes them a little lighter... if one can consider this hardy dish light. 😁

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJan 26, 2020

      Hey Mag, thank you for sharing that. I love that you called it light, lol... all carbs were "light" growing up. As long as they are homemade 😉

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    JeanJan 25, 2020

    Thx I just found the instructions

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJan 25, 2020

      Perfect 🙂

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What are Ukrainian dumplings made of? ›

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Why aren't my dumplings light and fluffy? ›

Overworking the mixture, thus having heavy dumplings is a common mistake people make. Dumplings need very gentle handling, so mix only until the ingredients are just combined, and if your recipe involves rolling them out with extra flour, avoid using too much.

Do you cook dumplings with the lid on or the lid off? ›

It's best to have your lid ready: Immediately add about 3 tablespoons of water to the pan, just enough to cover the base of the dumplings, then cover and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the water has evaporated. Lift the lid and allow the dumpling to cook for another 30 seconds, to allow the bottoms to get extra crispy.

Why don't my suet dumplings rise? ›

Suet dumplings are fairly stodgy at the best of times (in a good way!), but they lean towards too stodgy if you use plain flour. If you only have plain flour in the house, add some baking powder as well, to help them rise and become fluffy. This post suggests using 1 tsp of baking powder for every 100g of plain flour.

What is the difference between Russian and Ukrainian dumplings? ›

Ukrainian varenyky and Russian pelmeni are made with the same dough – just flour and water – only their shapes and fillings differ. To make varenyky, Baba put the potatoes on to boil while she made the dough.

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Should dumplings float or sink? ›

The dumplings will be completely cooked and ready when they float on the surface of the boiling water.

How to make dumplings taste better? ›

A teaspoon of sugar adds an extremely subtle hint of sweetness. It also helps the dumplings retain their moisture through the cooking process and slows gluten development, which ensures tender dumplings. A pinch of salt seasons the dumplings and enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.

Why do my dumplings fall apart when I cook them? ›

Homemade dumplings can fall apart for a number of different reasons, or any combination of them. Often they burst during cooking because they have too much filling for the amount of dough. Some doughs are too dry, so the dumplings won't stay sealed. Others can be too wet and sticky and end up tearing.

How do you know if dumplings are cooked enough? ›

How do you know when dumplings are done? Most recipes will give you a time to cook them—the one I use says 10 minutes without a lid on the pot and then 10 minutes with a lid, so 20 minutes total in simmering soup broth. To test, take one out and open it up—if it's done in the middle, it's done.

Can dumplings be overcooked? ›

This is what your dumpling will look like. Perfectly plumped and juicy. Juicy. Now, if you overcook your soup dumplings like this, then your dumplings will be looking like a cone shaped top hat thing.

How far in advance can you prep dumplings? ›

Not only can you make your dumpling filling up to two days in advance, it's actually better if you do—it's much easier to work with if it's well-chilled. Store your filling in airtight containers in the fridge, then set out just before you're ready to wrap.

Can I make dumplings the night before? ›

You can make it days ahead and refrigerate, or freeze huge quantities. The dumplings whip up so quickly, and can be refrigerated for up to a day or frozen for months.

Why are my homemade dumplings chewy? ›

Make sure you use the right proportion of ingredients and don't overmix the batter. Overcooking can also make dumplings chewy, so cook them just until they are puffed and cooked through and then remove from the heat and serve.

What are Ukrainian perogies made of? ›

Dumplings stuffed with potato and cheese are beloved throughout Central and Eastern Europe, and in Ukraine may also be known as vareniki. Recipes for them are often scaled to feed a crowd, but the assembled, uncooked dumplings freeze well, and can then be cooked quickly for a hearty side dish.

What are traditional dumplings made of? ›

Dumpling is a broad class of dishes that consist of pieces of cooked dough (made from a variety of starchy sources), often wrapped around a filling. The dough can be based on bread, wheat or other flours, or potatoes, and it may be filled with meat, fish, tofu, cheese, vegetables, or a combination.

What is the Ukrainian word for dumplings? ›

Varenyky are traditional Ukrainian dumplings filled with potato and onion that I grew up eating in my Ukrainian family. This is my all-time favorite family recipe! They can be boiled or pan fried and they're served with lots of sour cream!

What is the difference between pierogi and vareniki? ›

The name differs depending on the region, with states further east such as Russia preferring the term vareniki, while those further west, such as Poland and Slovakia, use the term pierogi. Unlike pelmeni, they are usually stuffed with a vegetarian filling of potato, cabbage, cheese, or mushrooms.

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