Source: Vimart, AdobeStockNo store-bought semi-finished products can compare to homemade dumplings! They can be boiled, fried, steamed, or frozen for later. The main thing is good, proper dough. And these are exactly the recipes we've gathered in our collection!
1. Dumpling Dough with Boiling Water
Source: autogear.ruDough made with boiling water turns out even more elastic than with cold water.
You will need: 3 cups flour, 1 egg, 1 cup boiling water, 0.5 tsp salt, 3 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Mix the sifted flour with salt. Add vegetable oil, beaten egg, and mix. While continuously stirring, pour in the boiling water. Knead a stiff dough first with a whisk, and when it cools down a bit, with your hands.
2. Dumpling Dough with Kefir
Source: nyavochka.ruA versatile dough recipe for any filling.
You will need: 300 ml kefir, 500 g flour, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp each of salt, sugar, and baking soda.
Preparation: Mix room-temperature kefir with sugar, salt, and baking soda, and let it sit for a couple of minutes. Add vegetable oil, then gradually mix in the sifted flour. Leave the dough in the refrigerator for an hour.
3. Dumpling Dough with Milk
Source: legkovmeste.ruOne of the classic dough recipes for homemade dumplings and more.
You will need: 3 cups flour, 200 ml milk, 1 egg, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Mix the sifted flour with salt. Beat in the egg, pour in the warm milk, and add vegetable oil. Knead a firm, elastic dough.
4. Dumpling Dough with Water
Source: shefdonna.comOnly three main ingredients! You can add salt to taste, if you like.
You will need: 250 ml water, 1 egg, 500 g flour.
Preparation: Whisk the egg, add water, and whisk again. Gradually add the sifted flour to the mixture and knead the dough until smooth.
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5. Dumpling Dough with Whey
Source: vsevkulinary.ruNever pour out leftover whey!
You will need: 1 cup whey, 4 cups flour, 1 egg, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Whisk the egg with whey and salt. Gradually add the sifted flour, knead the dough with your hands, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
6. Dumpling Dough with Mineral Water
Source: snus-outlet.ruDough made with mineral water is always lighter, yet more pliable.
You will need: 3.5 cups flour, 1 cup mineral water, 1 egg, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 0.5 tsp each of salt and sugar.
Preparation: Whisk the egg, vegetable oil, salt, and sugar. Add mineral water and gently mix. Gradually add the sifted flour to the dough until it no longer sticks.
7. Dumpling Dough with Beer
Source: vkusnoetesto.ruFor all lovers of extravagant culinary experiments!
You will need: 2 cups light beer, 4.5 cups flour, 3 eggs, 4 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with oil and salt. Add beer and gently mix. Gradually incorporate the sifted flour into the dough until it becomes elastic and smooth.
8. Dumpling Dough with Vodka
Source: patee.ruOur grandmothers used to add vodka or moonshine to dough to make it more tender.
You will need: 4 cups flour, 6 tbsp vegetable oil, 250 ml water, 1 tsp vodka, 2 pinches salt, 1 tsp sugar.
Preparation: Dissolve salt and sugar in warm water. Sift the flour and make a well in the center. Pour in the water, vodka, and vegetable oil, and knead a smooth, firm dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
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9. Dumpling Dough with Vinegar
Source: laifhak.ruA manageable dumpling dough that doesn't tear, fall apart, and seals perfectly.
You will need: 500 g flour, 1 egg, 250 ml water, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Whisk the egg with vinegar, oil, and salt. Add warm water and whisk again. Gradually mix in the sifted flour and leave the dough under a towel for 20 minutes.
10. Dumpling Dough with Herbs
Source: sovetovday.ruYou can make green dough, or you can make dough with herbs like this!
You will need: 300 g flour, 100 ml water, 1 egg, 1 pinch salt, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 3 tbsp chopped herbs.
Preparation: Mix the sifted flour with salt, beat in the egg, and add the herbs. Mix slightly, add vegetable oil, and pour in warm water. Knead the dough until smooth.
11. Lenten Dumpling Dough with Starch
Source: hmcaprise.ruThanks to the starch, the dough becomes stickier and definitely won't fall apart even without eggs.
You will need: 300 ml water, 500 g flour, 3 tbsp starch, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Mix the sifted flour with starch and salt. Pour in room-temperature water and thoroughly knead the dough with your hands for at least 5-7 minutes. Leave it in the refrigerator, covered with film, for another 15 minutes.
12. Dumpling Dough with Turmeric
Source: sashkinangel.comTurmeric is the simplest way to make beautiful yellow dough!
You will need: 4 cups flour, 1 cup milk, 3 eggs, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp each of salt and sugar.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with milk, salt, sugar, and vegetable oil. Add the sifted flour with turmeric, knead a firm dough, and let it rest for half an hour.
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13. Dumpling Dough with Sour Milk
Source: attuale.ruSour milk is not a problem, because it makes amazing dough. Including for dumplings!
You will need: 200 ml sour milk, 3 cups flour, 1 egg, 1 tsp each of sugar and salt, 1 pinch baking soda.
Preparation: Mix sour milk with egg, salt, and sugar until dissolved. Add baking soda and let it sit for a couple of minutes. Once the reaction occurs, gradually mix the sifted flour into the dough.
14. Dumpling Dough with Egg Yolks
Source: elot.ruAnother recipe passed down through generations of hostesses.
You will need: 200 g flour, 1 egg yolk, 1/3 cup water, 1 pinch salt, 1 tbsp melted butter.
Preparation: Whisk the yolk with salt and melted butter. Add water and whisk again. Gradually incorporate the flour into the dough and continue kneading until it no longer sticks to your hands.
15. Dumpling Dough with Potato Broth
Source: zen.yandex.ruGood dough for both classic meat dumplings and lenten vegan recipes.
You will need: 250 ml potato broth, 500 g flour, 0.5 tsp salt, 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Mix potato broth with salt and vegetable oil. Pour it into the sifted flour and knead a smooth dough. Knead it with your hands for 5-8 minutes and let it rest for another 15 minutes.
16. Dumpling Dough with Tomato Paste
Source: syuyumbike.ruAn easy and very quick way to make colored dough.
You will need: 350 g flour, 80 ml vegetable oil, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 cup water, 1 pinch salt.
Preparation: Mix warm water with tomato paste and salt. Pour this into the sifted flour, and also pour in the vegetable oil. Knead a firm, smooth dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
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17. Dumpling Dough with Spinach
Source: youtube.comSpinach is the simplest way to make beautiful green dough.
You will need: 300 g flour, 50 g spinach, 100 ml milk, 1 egg, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Blend the spinach in a blender. Add milk, egg, and salt, and blend again. Add the sifted flour to the mixture and thoroughly knead the dough with your hands.
18. Dumpling Dough with Butter and Sour Cream
Source: hmcaprise.ruAn original option when all standard recipes have long been tried.
You will need: 500 g flour, 50 g butter, 50 g sour cream, 1 cup water, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Rub the sifted flour with salt, sour cream, and melted butter until crumbly. Gradually add water and knead elastic dough for at least 5 minutes.
19. Dumpling Dough with Beetroot Juice
Source: top10a.ruYou can use other brightly colored vegetable juices on the same principle.
You will need: 600 g flour, 250 ml beetroot juice, 1 egg, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Mix beetroot juice, egg, and salt, gradually add flour, and knead a firm dough. Let it rest under a towel for 15-20 minutes.
20. Black Dumpling Dough
Source: hmcaprise.ruThis recipe requires finding squid ink, but the result is worth it!
You will need: 3 cups flour, 125 ml milk, 1 egg, 75 ml water, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp salt, 10 g squid ink.
Preparation: Mix the sifted flour with salt and make a well in the center. Pour in the egg, vegetable oil, water, milk, and add the squid ink. Thoroughly knead the dough until it's a uniform color and let it rest for 20 minutes.