Diet Lazy Vareniki
Description
There are at least two ways to make diet-friendly lazy vareniki—sweet or savory. In the sweet version, you can slightly sweeten the dough and serve the dish with berries or honey. In the savory version, you can add fresh herbs to the main mixture.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. In a small bowl, mix together cottage cheese, egg, a pinch of vanillin, and powdered sugar.
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Step 2
2. Mix everything until there are no lumps. If the dough turns out too dry, you can add a little low-fat yogurt to the recipe for diet lazy vareniki.
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Step 3
3. Add the cornstarch and mix thoroughly. For a thicker consistency, you can add a little flour.
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Step 4
4. Transfer the dough to the work surface and roll it out.
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Step 5
5. Use cookie cutters to shape them. This way, the diet lazy dumplings made at home will be not only healthy but also very appetizing.
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Step 6
6. By this time, bring water to a boil in a large pot and add a pinch of salt. Carefully place the dumplings into the boiling water.
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Step 7
7. That's it! Now you know exactly how to make diet lazy vareniki. Once the water comes to a boil again, cook them for about 2 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a plate using a slotted spoon. Serve with jam, yogurt, or simply with fresh berries.