Beef and Potato Pelmeni with Smoked Onion
Hand-rolled dumplings filled with ground beef and tender potatoes, served with a smoky onion sauce and fresh dill. This russian-inspired pasta ready in about 75 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, large egg, water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, peeled and diced potato
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Make dough: Mix 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 large egg, and 1/2 cup water until a dough forms. Knead 5 minutes until smooth, cover, and rest 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Prepare filling: Boil 1 cup diced potato in salted water until tender (10 minutes). Drain and mash. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet, add 1/4 cup chopped onion, and cook until golden (5 minutes). Add mashed potato, 1/2 pound ground beef, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, breaking up beef, until browned (7 minutes), then cool.
- Step 3: Roll dough: Divide dough into 4 portions. Roll each into 1/8-inch-thick sheets on floured surface. Cut into 3-inch squares.
- Step 4: Fill and fold: Place 1 teaspoon filling in center of each square. Fold diagonally to form triangles, pressing edges to seal. Repeat for all dumplings.
- Step 5: Cook: Boil 4 cups salted water in a pot. Add dumplings, cook 5-7 minutes until they float. Drain, serve with 1/2 cup sour cream and 2 tablespoons chopped dill.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef and Potato Pelmeni with Smoked Onion take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (60 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Beef and Potato Pelmeni with Smoked Onion?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef and Potato Pelmeni with Smoked Onion?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Beef and Potato Pelmeni with Smoked Onion for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Beef and Potato Pelmeni with Smoked Onion?
Russian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
