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Pierogi with sauerkraut mushroom filling and browned butter

Polish dumplings filled with tangy sauerkraut and wild mushrooms

Pierogi with Sauerkraut and Mushroom

Pierogi with Sauerkraut and Mushroom

1h 10mMedium

Prep Time

50 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

1 hr 10 min

Servings

6

30 pierogi

Difficulty

Medium

Cost

Budget

$

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Pierogi with Sauerkraut and Mushroom

Polish dumplings filled with tangy sauerkraut and wild mushrooms

Traditional Polish dumplings with a savory filling of tangy sauerkraut and earthy dried mushrooms, boiled and served with browned butter and crispy bacon bits.

50m

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

70m

Total Time

6

Servings

Medium

Difficulty

Budget $

Cost

French CuisineMain Course
Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

April 22, 2024(Updated April 13, 2026)

Sauerkraut and mushroom pierogi are a Polish Christmas Eve tradition—the tangy, earthy filling is deeply satisfying without any meat. The combination of sour and umami flavors is quintessentially Polish.

Why This Recipe Works

Rehydrating dried mushrooms concentrates their flavor far beyond what fresh mushrooms can offer. Squeezing excess liquid from the sauerkraut prevents a soggy filling.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 egg, 2/3 cup warm water for dough
  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
  • 1 oz dried porcini mushrooms, rehydrated and chopped
  • 1 large onion, finely diced
  • 4 tbsp butter for frying, bacon bits for topping
  • Sour cream for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make dough: mix flour, egg, warm water, and salt into a smooth dough. Rest 30 minutes covered.

  2. 2

    Sauté diced onion until golden, add squeezed sauerkraut and chopped rehydrated mushrooms. Cook 10 minutes until dry. Season with pepper.

  3. 3

    Roll dough thin, cut 3-inch rounds, fill each with a spoonful of sauerkraut mixture, fold, and seal edges.

  4. 4

    Boil in salted water until they float, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. 5

    Brown in butter in a skillet and serve topped with crispy bacon bits and sour cream.

Serving Suggestions

Ways to Serve This Dish

  • Serve alongside a fresh baguette and salted butter

  • Pair with a crisp green salad with Dijon vinaigrette

Substitutions

Dried porciniDried shiitake or fresh cremini mushrooms

Fresh mushrooms need to be cooked until very dry

SauerkrautFresh cabbage sautéed with vinegar

Cook cabbage until very soft and add 1 tbsp vinegar

Tips & Storage

Pro Tips

  • Squeeze the sauerkraut very dry—excess moisture makes the filling watery and the dough soggy.

  • Use dried porcini for the most intense mushroom flavor in the filling.

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze uncooked for up to 2 months.

Reheating

Pan-fry in butter until golden on both sides and heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (25mg) · 6 servings

Calories340
LowModerateHigh

A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet

Protein10g
Carbohydrates12g
Fat50g
Fiber420mg
Sugar3g
Sodium4g

Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh mushrooms?
Yes, sauté 8 oz chopped fresh mushrooms until all liquid evaporates.
Are these vegetarian?
The filling is vegetarian. Omit bacon topping and use vegetable broth for fully vegetarian pierogi.

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Sarah Chen

About Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.

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