Galushky with Fried Onions and Pork Fat
Galushky are a type of Ukrainian dumpling, often served as a side dish or a main course. This version features savory fried onions and crispy pork fat (shkvarky) for a rich and comforting flavor.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Warm water
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Salt
- 200 g Pork belly or fatty bacon(diced)
- 2 medium Onions(thinly sliced)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and egg. Gradually add warm water, mixing until a smooth, thick dough forms. It should be slightly sticky but manageable.
💡 Tip: The consistency should be similar to a thick pancake batter. - 2
In a separate skillet, cook the diced pork belly over medium heat until crispy and golden brown. Remove the crispy pork fat (shkvarky) with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
⏱️ 10-12 minutes - 3
Add the sliced onions to the rendered pork fat in the skillet. Sauté over medium-low heat until deeply caramelized and tender.
⏱️ 15-20 minutes💡 Tip: Cook the onions slowly to bring out their sweetness. - 4
While the onions are cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
💡 Tip: Ensure the water is well-salted. - 5
Using two spoons, shape small portions of the dough into oval or round dumplings and drop them into the boiling water.
💡 Tip: Dip the spoons in water to prevent dough from sticking. - 6
Cook the galushky until they float to the surface and are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
⏱️ 5-7 minutes - 7
In a serving bowl, combine the cooked galushky with the caramelized onions and crispy pork fat. Season with black pepper and toss gently.
💡 Tip: You can add a tablespoon of the rendered fat back to the galushky for extra flavor.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a richer dough, you can substitute some of the water with milk.
- ✓If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour; if too dry, add a touch more water.
- ✓Serve immediately for the best texture.
🔄 Variations
- Add sautéed mushrooms along with the onions.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the pork fat and use vegetable oil for frying the onions, adding a pinch of smoked paprika for depth.