Gluten-Free Traditional Russian Pelmeni

Discover the delightful taste of tradition with these Gluten-Free Traditional Russian Pelmeni, a comforting classic thoughtfully adapted for gluten-free cooks. Featuring a tender, homemade gluten-free dough crafted with a blend of all-purpose gluten-free flour, tapioca starch, and xanthan gum, these dumplings are filled with a savory combination of ground pork, ground beef, grated onion, and garlic. Boiled to perfection in a bay leaf-infused broth, the pelmeni are irresistibly tender and flavorful. Serve them with a dollop of creamy sour cream, a pat of butter, and a sprinkle of fresh dill for an authentic finishing touch. Perfect for family dinners or cultural feasts, this recipe lets you savor the heartiness of Russian cuisine without compromising dietary needs.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:50 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Tapioca starch
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for dough)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt (for filling)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 8 cups Water (for boiling)
• 2 pieces Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for serving)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh dill (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, tapioca starch, and xanthan gum. Mix well.

Step 2

Form a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs, water, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 3–4 minutes or until smooth. If the dough is sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough rests, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Once the dough has rested, divide it into two smaller portions to make it easier to work with. Roll one portion out on a lightly floured surface until it is about 1/16-inch thick.

Step 6

Using a round cookie cutter (2–3 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough.

Step 7

Place a small spoonful (about 1 teaspoon) of the filling mixture onto the center of each circle.

Step 8

Fold the dough circle in half to form a half-moon shape, pinching the edges tightly to seal. Then bring the corners together and pinch them to form the traditional pelmeni shape.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining dough and filling, placing finished pelmeni on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 10

Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and the bay leaves.

Step 11

Carefully drop the pelmeni into the boiling water, stirring gently to keep them from sticking to the bottom.

Step 12

Cook for 7–10 minutes, or until the pelmeni float to the surface and the filling is cooked through.

Step 13

Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate.

Step 14

Optionally, toss the cooked pelmeni with butter and serve with sour cream and fresh dill.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3212.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2774.4

Total Fat 143.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 857.5mg	0%
Sodium 4009.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 248.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 121.4g	0%

Vitamin D 98.3IU	0%
Calcium 406.2mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1249.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.6%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 35.9%