Kaleenka Piroshky Recipe

Ingredients for Kaleenka Piroshky

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Vegetable Oil
• Lean Ground Beef
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 5-6 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup warm water (105-115°F)
• 1/2 cup milk
• Cheddar Cheese

How to Make Kaleenka Piroshky

1. In a skillet, brown the chopped onion in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil for about 7 minutes.
2. Remove the onion and set aside.
3. Brown the 1 pound of ground beef in the same skillet. Drain off any excess grease.
4. Stir in the cooked onion, 2 minced cloves of garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Set aside to cool.
5. In a small bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast in 1/2 cup of warm water (105-115°F). Let stand for 11 minutes until foamy.
6. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 large egg, the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, the yeast mixture, and 1/2 cup of milk.
7. Mix until combined, gradually adding more flour (up to 2 cups) until the dough is soft but not sticky.
8. Knead the dough for 10 minutes on a lightly floured surface or using a dough hook on low speed for 6-7 minutes.
9. Place the dough in a large, oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
10. Gently punch down the dough.
11. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
12. To assemble the piroshky: Pinch off a piece of dough about the size of an egg. Roll it out to 1/8-inch thickness. Place 1 tablespoon of filling and a 1/2 inch cube of cheese in the center.
13. Bring the edges of the dough together, pinching to completely seal the filling. Crimp the edges to create a decorative seal.
14. Place the unbaked piroshky on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
15. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. For a deeper brown and crispier texture, brush with beaten egg before baking.
16. Alternatively, deep fry in 300°F (150°C) oil until golden brown.