Dumplings with kefir
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Here is a classic recipe for kefir dumplings steamed to perfection. You can serve them with any sauce or use them in soups. The dumplings turn out very tender and fluffy. The finished dish can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First of all, sift the flour with salt. It is quite difficult to predict the exact amount of flour, but it is important not to overdo it, so that the dumplings remain soft and fluffy.
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Step 2
2. Pour kefir into a deep bowl. Add about one-third of the flour, then add the baking soda. Carefully add another third of the flour and start mixing. The dough should be pliable but quite firm. Keep adding flour until the dough reaches the desired consistency.
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Step 3
3. Divide the finished dough into several parts. This is a fairly simple kefir dumpling recipe, so you can start shaping the dumplings immediately after kneading the dough.
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Step 4
4. You can cut into small squares or shape the dumplings into any desired form.
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Step 5
5. The classic kefir dumpling recipe involves steaming rather than boiling. First, bring water to a boil and cover the pot with cheesecloth, securing it around the edges. Place the dumplings at a distance from each other, as they will increase in size.
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Step 6
6. Such dumplings take about 5-7 minutes to cook, depending on their size. You can check their readiness using a wooden stick or match, similar to testing baked goods.
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Step 7
7. Place a few dumplings in a small baking dish and add butter, then another layer of dumplings and butter. On top, add sour cream with garlic, boiled chicken, sautéed mushrooms with onions, or pour in broth, for example. You can also use tomato sauce. Put the dumplings into a preheated oven for 3–5 minutes, allowing them to absorb the butter and flavor of the topping, then serve immediately.