Source: Nikolaydonetsk, AdobeStockThis popular Russian dish is prepared quite often. Every hostess has her own special recipe, taking into account the wishes and taste preferences of her family. Today, let's move away from traditional options and prepare pan-fried pelmeni. We're sharing 20 of the best recipes!
1. Fried Frozen Pelmeni
Source: menunedeli.ruThe simplest and quickest fried pelmeni recipe!
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, herbs, 2 bay leaves, ground pepper, salt, 100 ml water.
Preparation: In a heated pan with oil, fry the pelmeni for 5 minutes. Flip to the other side and cook for another 5 minutes. Add salt, pepper, bay leaf, hot water, and simmer covered for 10 minutes. Sprinkle the finished pelmeni with chopped herbs.
2. Fried Pelmeni with Sour Cream
Source: zen.yandex.ruDo not thaw the pelmeni, otherwise they will stick together.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 3 tbsp sour cream, 1 onion, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, ground black pepper, salt, half a glass of boiling water.
Preparation: Pour the frozen pelmeni into a heated pan with oil and fry for 10 minutes. Finely chop the onion and add it to the pan. After 3 minutes, add boiling water, salt, ground pepper, and sour cream. Cook covered for 10 minutes.
3. Fried Pelmeni with Cheese
Source: instagram.comUse a thick-bottomed pan.
You will need: 450 g frozen pelmeni, 40 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, herbs, ground black pepper, salt, half a glass of boiling water.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with oil and fry for 5 minutes on each side. Add boiling water, ground pepper, salt, and cook covered for 10 minutes. Grate the cheese and distribute it evenly over the pelmeni. Cover for another 5 minutes. Sprinkle the finished fried pelmeni with chopped herbs.
4. Pelmeni Fried with Tomatoes and Onions
Source: newsland.comTomatoes will release juice, so there's no need to add extra water.
You will need: 400 g frozen pelmeni, 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 tbsp olive oil, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with oil and fry for 5 minutes on each side. Add salt, ground pepper, and finely chopped onion. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes. Chop the tomatoes and add them to the pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
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5. Fried Pelmeni with Mushrooms in Sour Cream
Source: cookpad.comYou can prepare pelmeni with oyster mushrooms similarly.
You will need: 400 g frozen pelmeni, 300 g champignons, 1 onion, 3 tbsp sour cream, 30 ml vegetable oil, 40 g butter, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with vegetable oil and fry for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Chop the onion and mushrooms and fry them with butter in a separate pan.
Add sour cream, fried mushrooms, ground pepper, and salt to the pan with the pelmeni. Cover and simmer for 7 minutes.
6. Fried Pelmeni with Dried Mushrooms
Source: kulinaria-plus.ruThe aroma of these pelmeni will leave no one indifferent.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 20 g dried mushrooms, 1 onion, 40 g butter, ground black pepper, salt, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Soak dried mushrooms for 4 hours, then boil them for 40 minutes in salted water.
In a heated pan with oil, fry the pelmeni for 5 minutes on each side. Add chopped onion, boiled mushrooms, ground pepper, and salt. After 5 minutes, add 100 ml of mushroom broth, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Fried Pelmeni with Cheese and Tomatoes
Source: vk.comAny cheese will do, the main thing is that it melts well.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 50 g hard cheese, 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with oil and fry for 5 minutes on each side. Add chopped onion, ground pepper, and salt. After 5 minutes, add finely chopped tomatoes and cook covered for another 10 minutes. Grate the cheese on a coarse grater, sprinkle evenly over the pelmeni, and cover for 3 minutes.
8. Fried Pelmeni in Spicy Sauce
Source: vasha-teplitsa.ruComplement fried pelmeni with a light vegetable salad and dinner is ready!
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 2 tomatoes, half a hot pepper, 3 cloves garlic, 30 ml vegetable oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp red wine, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Blend the tomatoes, finely chop the hot pepper and garlic. Fry the frozen pelmeni in vegetable oil until golden brown on both sides. Add the tomato mixture, garlic, hot pepper, and cook covered for 5 minutes. Add ground pepper, salt, lemon juice, and red wine. Simmer everything together for 5 minutes.
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9. Fried Pelmeni with Adjika
Source: mircooking.ruPrepare pelmeni according to this recipe and you'll never want to go back to traditional options.
You will need: 400 g pelmeni, 2 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp sour cream, 50 g butter, herbs, ground paprika, ground pepper, 1 tbsp dry adjika, salt, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Melt butter in a pan, add pelmeni and fry for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Press garlic through a press, add spices, adjika, and cook for another 5 minutes. Add sour cream, salt, and water, simmer covered for 7 minutes.
10. Pelmeni Fried with Soy Sauce
Source: cookpad.comDepending on the concentration of the sauce, you may need more or less.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 3 tbsp soy sauce, ground black pepper, 2 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with oil and fry until golden brown on both sides. Add soy sauce, ground pepper, and continue frying for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11. Simple Fried Pelmeni Recipe
Source: t.meNo fuss — quick, simple, and delicious!
You will need: 400 g frozen pelmeni, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 tbsp sour cream, 60 g butter, herbs, ground nutmeg, salt.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with butter and fry until golden brown on both sides. Add salt, nutmeg, and sour cream mixed with tomato paste. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. When serving, sprinkle with chopped herbs.
12. Fried Pelmeni with Garlic and Chili Sauce
Source: miko43.ruA fried pelmeni recipe for lovers of spicy cuisine.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 40 ml soy sauce, 1 tsp chili sauce, 3 cloves garlic, 30 ml vegetable oil, salt, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Heat oil in a pan, add pelmeni and fry for 5 minutes on each side. Add salt, pressed garlic, water, chili sauce, and soy sauce. Stir, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
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13. Pelmeni Fried with Mayonnaise
Source: news.myseldon.comMayonnaise softens the pelmeni and makes them juicy.
You will need: 400 g frozen pelmeni, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 50 g butter, herbs, marjoram, khmeli-suneli, salt.
Preparation: In a heated pan with butter, fry the pelmeni until golden brown on both sides. Add spices, salt, and mayonnaise. Stir and simmer covered for 8 minutes. Sprinkle the finished dish with chopped herbs.
14. Crispy Fried Pelmeni in Breadcrumbs
Source: attuale.ruIt is advisable to use smaller pelmeni.
You will need: 30 pelmeni, 1 egg, 3 tbsp breadcrumbs, 80 ml vegetable oil, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Whisk the egg with salt and ground pepper. Dip the pelmeni in the egg, roll them in breadcrumbs, and place them in a hot pan with oil. Fry over low heat for 15-20 minutes and then transfer to a paper towel.
15. Pelmeni Fried in Sour Cream and Mustard Sauce
Source: sovkusom.ruAn amazing dish in 20 minutes!
You will need: 450 g frozen pelmeni, 1 tbsp hot mustard, 2 tbsp sour cream, 50 g butter, ground black pepper, salt, 100 ml water.
Preparation: In a hot pan with butter, fry the pelmeni until golden brown on both sides. Add ground pepper, salt, and hot water mixed with mustard and sour cream. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
16. Pelmeni Fried Without Water
Source: photorecept.ruInstead of chips and croutons, prepare fried pelmeni today.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 100 g butter, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Melt butter in a pan. Add vegetable oil, pour in the pelmeni, and fry for 5-7 minutes until golden brown on each side. Place the finished pelmeni on a napkin, salt, and pepper.
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17. Korean-Style Fried Pelmeni
Source: FoodAndPhoto, AdobeStockServe these appetizing fried pelmeni hot.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 30 ml soy sauce, sesame seeds, 2 tbsp wine vinegar, ground pepper, salt, 100 ml water.
Preparation: In a heated pan with oil, fry the pelmeni until golden brown on both sides. Add soy sauce, ground pepper, salt, water, and simmer covered for 10 minutes. Place the pelmeni on a plate, add vinegar, chopped onion, sesame seeds, and pressed garlic.
18. Pelmeni Fried with Ketchup and Mayonnaise
Source: vpuzo.comKetchup and mayonnaise lovers, rejoice! This recipe will become your favorite!
You will need: 400 g frozen pelmeni, 2 tbsp spicy ketchup, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 30 ml vegetable oil, ground black pepper, cumin, salt.
Preparation: In a heated pan with oil, fry the pelmeni for 5 minutes on each side. Add ground pepper, cumin, salt, and ketchup mixed with mayonnaise. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
19. Fried Pelmeni with Egg
Source: vkusnobus.ruThis original recipe combines an omelet and fried pelmeni.
You will need: 400 g frozen pelmeni, 3 eggs, 2 tbsp sour cream, 30 ml vegetable oil, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Pour the pelmeni into a heated pan with oil and fry until golden brown. Mix the eggs with salt, ground pepper, and sour cream. Pour the mixture over the pelmeni, reduce heat, and cook covered for 10 minutes.
20. Pelmeni Fried with Bryndza
Source: veselo-vkusno.ruIt tastes especially delicious with sheep's bryndza.
You will need: 500 g frozen pelmeni, 150 g bryndza, 50 g butter, half a bunch of herbs, ground black pepper, salt, half a glass of water.
Preparation: Fry the frozen pelmeni in butter until golden brown. Add ground pepper, salt, hot water, and cook covered for 10 minutes. Grate the bryndza and sprinkle over the pelmeni. Cover for another 2 minutes. Serve the finished dish with chopped herbs.