Keto Traditional Russian Pelmeni

Experience the comforting, hearty flavors of traditional Russian cuisine with a keto twist in our Keto Traditional Russian Pelmeni. This low-carb version of the classic dumplings swaps out traditional wheat flour for a tender, cheesy dough made with almond flour, coconut flour, mozzarella, and cream cheese, ensuring it’s perfectly keto-friendly. Stuffed with a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, onion, and garlic, these bite-sized delights are boiled to tender perfection and served with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a pat of melted butter. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is an ideal choice for satisfying comfort food cravings while staying true to your ketogenic diet. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, these dumplings are a delicious way to enjoy a taste of Russian heritage without compromising your low-carb lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
• 2 ounces Cream cheese
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.25 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 cups Water (for cooking)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (for serving)
• 0.25 cup Sour cream (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and combined into a smooth mixture.

Step 2

Add almond flour, coconut flour, and the egg to the melted cheese mixture. Stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough briefly with your hands until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the filling is evenly combined.

Step 4

On a clean, lightly floured surface (using a bit of almond or coconut flour), roll out the keto dough to about 1/16-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (or the rim of a glass) to cut out circles of dough, approximately 2 inches in diameter.

Step 5

Place about 1 teaspoon of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pinching the edges tightly to seal. Bring the corners together and pinch them to form the signature pelmeni shape. Repeat until all dough and filling are used.

Step 6

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Drop the pelmeni into the boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the top.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, remove the pelmeni from the water and place them in a serving dish. Add butter on top while they are warm and serve with sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3013.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3494.7

Total Fat 282.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 865.5mg	0%
Sodium 5217.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 189.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1884.6mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1088.8mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 7.7%