Sorrel Pies
Description
The baked goods come together simply and quickly. Sorrel pies are perhaps the most budget-friendly take on traditional Russian hand pies. You can make the filling yourself or buy it for next to nothing, and the dough is plain, everyday pie dough. They’re economical on time too—you won’t be fussing over them for long; they bake up quickly and easily. In short, excellent pies. I hope this simple sorrel pie recipe appeals to you and comes in handy :) Good luck with your cooking! Cook with pleasure! ;)
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
In a deep bowl, mix the eggs, salt, sugar, kefir, and baking soda.
- 2
Step 2
Add sour cream and mix.
- 3
Step 3
Add the flour.
- 4
Step 4
Knead the dough—first with a spatula, then by hand. The dough should be sticky and cling to your hands.
- 5
Step 5
Finely chop the sorrel and sprinkle with sugar. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- 6
Step 6
Mix the sorrel with the sugar, then drain off the juice that has been released from the sorrel.
- 7
Step 7
When forming the pies, keep your palms dusted with flour at all times, otherwise the dough will stick to your hands. Place a piece of dough on your flour-dusted palm and shape it into a flat round.
- 8
Step 8
Place a little filling on the flatbread.
- 9
Step 9
Form the pasty and pinch the edges closed.
- 10
Step 10
Heat oil in a skillet, add the pies, and fry until golden brown on both sides.
- 11
Step 11
Remove the finished pies from the skillet and transfer them to a paper towel so it absorbs the excess fat. That’s it—the sorrel pies are ready! ;)