Steamed dumplings

Cookinero 30 Mar 2025

To make steamed vareniki, you will need kefir with a fat content of 3.2%. It should not contain any dyes, flavors or other additives. The dough on kefir will be tender and fluffy. As a filling, you can use fresh or frozen berries - strawberries, cherries.

How to cook Steamed dumplings

Step 1

Steamed dumplings

Prepare the dough. Mix flour and kefir in a deep container until smooth. Add egg, salt and soda to the liquid mixture. Mix all these ingredients well. Knead the dough for the steamed dumplings. It should be soft and tender. Put the dough in a bowl, cover with a napkin and let it sit for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Steamed dumplings

Make vareniki. Roll out the prepared dough into a thin layer and cut out circles from it. Put a few cherries on each flatbread, sprinkle with sugar. Form a vareniki.

Step 3

Steamed dumplings

Steam for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Steamed dumplings

To serve steamed dumplings with cherries, use sour cream.

Steamed dumplings - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use plain yogurt, buttermilk, or even sour cream thinned with a bit of milk as a substitute for kefir in the dough.
Replace the regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend designed for baking. The texture might vary slightly, so add a binder like xanthan gum if the blend doesn’t include it.
Store cooled dumplings in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them by steaming for 2–3 minutes or microwaving with a damp paper towel to retain moisture.
Yes, but thaw and drain them thoroughly to avoid excess moisture, which can make the dough soggy. Pat them dry before using.
Try blueberries, strawberries, or a savory option like mashed potatoes and cheese. Adjust sugar or seasoning based on the filling.
Yes! Freeze uncooked dumplings on a tray until solid, then transfer to a bag. Steam directly from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to the cooking time.
Add a little flour, 1 tbsp at a time, kneading gently until the dough is soft but manageable. Avoid over-flouring to keep it tender.
Coconut yogurt or cashew cream works well. For a tangy touch, add a squeeze of lemon juice to mimic sour cream’s flavor.

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