Piroshki

Piroshki are almost like Russian empanadas. They are kneaded dough filled with meat and other flavors. Interestingly enough, this kind of dish is popular in many cultures. Piroshki can be found in most of Asia, not just in Russia. They are popular in both Japan and Mongolia. Also, other countries have very similar foods with different names. These products exist in Finland, Greece, Latvia, and others. It is clear to see that Russia has made its mark on the surrounding nations.

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A recipe from the following website is below: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Taylors-Piroshki/

Ingredients

Original recipe makes 35 to 40 piroshki Change Servings

• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ground black pepper to taste
• dried dill weed to taste
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• 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water

• 1 cup milk
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 cups oil for frying

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• PREP
  1 hr 30 mins
• COOK
  20 mins
• READY IN
  2 hrs

Directions

1. In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until evenly browned; drain. Stir in the onion and cook with the beef until translucent. Sprinkle in salt, pepper and dill weed to taste. Allow to cool before using.
2. Dissolve the yeast in the 1/4 cup of warm water and place in a warm location until frothy, about 10 to 15 minutes. In a medium saucepan over low heat, warm the milk and gently whisk in the eggs, oil, sugar and salt. Remove from heat.
3. Place half the flour in a large mixing bowl and gradually stir in the milk mixture. Then add the yeast solution alternately with the remaining flour, stirring after each addition. Mix well. Knead until the dough forms a ball and does not stick to the bowl. (Note: Start with the 4 cups of flour. You may need to add more, a little at a time, as you knead the dough). Cover the bowl with a clean cloth. Set in a warm location and allow to rise until doubled in volume.
4. Remove dough from bowl and place on a lightly floured surface. Pinch off pieces approximately the size of golf balls. Roll the pieces into disks about 3 1/2 to 4 inches in diameter.
5. Fill center of each disk with a heaping tablespoon of the cooled meat mixture. Fold disks over the mixture and firmly pinch edges to seal. Arrange on a flat surface and allow to sit approximately 10 minutes.
6. In an large, heavy skillet or deep fryer, heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Deep fry the piroshki in batches until golden brown on one side; gently turn and fry the other side. Remove and let drain on a plate lined with paper towels.