Description
This Dumpling (Pelmeni) Soup recipe is a warming, hearty dish featuring tender pelmeni dumplings in a rich, savory broth. Easy to make with simple ingredients, it’s the perfect comforting meal for cold days, adaptable for various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 8 cups chicken or beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pound frozen pelmeni (beef, pork, or chicken-filled)
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 small potato, diced (optional)
- Fresh dill or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 5-6 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add carrots and potatoes (if using), simmering until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add frozen pelmeni and cook until they float, about 8-10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, then serve garnished with fresh dill or parsley and a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth and vegetarian dumplings for a plant-based version.
- Adjust spices like cayenne or smoked paprika for added depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 10g
Keywords: Russian dumpling soup, pelmeni soup, easy dumpling soup, comforting dumpling soup, pelmeni broth soup