Description
These Golden Cheesy Egg Piroshki are fluffy, savory pastries filled with a rich mixture of eggs, cheese, and fresh herbs. Whether fried to golden perfection or baked until beautifully crisp, they offer an irresistible bite of Eastern European comfort food.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- Whole milk
- White sugar
- Dry active yeast
- Sea salt
- Butter, melted
- Large egg
- All-purpose flour
For the Cheesy Egg Filling:
- Hard-boiled eggs, diced
- Mayonnaise
- Mozzarella cheese, grated
- Green onions, chopped
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Farmer’s cheese (Tvorog)
For Frying or Baking:
- Canola oil (for frying)
- Beaten egg (for egg wash, if baking)
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Dough
- Warm the milk to 120-130°F and mix with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in the melted butter, egg, and salt.
- Gradually add flour and knead until the dough is soft and elastic.
- Let the dough proof in a warm place for 1 to 1 ½ hours until doubled in size.
Step 2: Creating the Filling
- Boil eggs, then cool, peel, and dice them.
- Mix diced eggs with mayonnaise, mozzarella, farmer’s cheese, green onions, parsley, dill, and spices.
Step 3: Assembling the Piroshki
- Divide the proofed dough into 12-16 pieces.
- Roll each piece into a circle and place a spoonful of filling in the center.
- Pinch the edges together to seal, forming a compact hand pie.
Step 4: Cooking the Piroshki
For Frying:
- Heat oil to 275-300°F in a deep pan.
- Fry the piroshki seam side down, flipping when golden brown.
- Drain on a wire rack with paper towels underneath.
For Baking:
Notes
- Ensure the dough is fully proofed to achieve a light, airy texture.
- Adjust seasoning in the filling to taste.
- Serve with sour cream or a side of fresh salad for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Eastern European