Smack's Pirozhki (Russian) Recipe

Name: Smack's Pirozhki (Russian)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package quick-rising yeast; 1 cup (225 ml) warm milk; 1/3 cup (80 ml) warm water; 1 tsp (5 ml) salt; 3 tbsp (45 ml) sugar; 1/3 cup (80 ml) butter, melted; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 4 cups (950 ml) all-purpose flour; Mashed potatoes with fresh dill; Fried grated carrots; Fried grated beets; Fried cabbage; Cooked rice with chopped hard-boiled egg and green onions

Servings: persons

1 package quick-rising yeast
1 cup (225 ml) warm milk
1/3 cup (80 ml) warm water
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
3 tbsp (45 ml) sugar
1/3 cup (80 ml) butter, melted
1 egg, slightly beaten
4 cups (950 ml) all-purpose flour
Mashed potatoes with fresh dill
Fried grated carrots
Fried grated beets
Fried cabbage
Cooked rice with chopped hard-boiled egg and green onions

1
Sprinkle yeast onto milk and water mixture, stir to dissolve.
2
Mix dry ingredients, add yeast mixture to them and blend a little.
3
Add egg and butter and 4 cups (950 ml) of flour.
4
Mix well.
5
Knead dough slightly, cover and let rise for 45-60 minutes.
6
Punch down and knead lightly, cut into 24 pieces and form each into balls.
7
Flatten balls with your fingers and fill with filling.
8
Let rest for 10 minutes.
9
Place on a baking sheet, the seam down.
10
Bake on a baking sheet in a 375 degree (200 C.) oven for 15 minutes, turn upside down and bake about 10 minutes more.
11
Remove into a bowl or pan and slightly butter each pirozhok.
12
Serve with sour cream immediately.
13
Can be frozen before baking, let sit 6 hours, thawing, before baking.

689

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package quick-rising yeast, 1 cup (225 ml) warm milk, 1/3 cup (80 ml) warm water, 1 tsp (5 ml) salt, and more.

Yes, Smack's Pirozhki (Russian) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smack's Pirozhki (Russian)

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Variations & substitutions

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