The Best Gluten Free Pierogi Recipe You Must Try
Make delicious gluten free pierogi at home with this easy recipe! Soft, stretchy dough and savory or sweet fillings for the perfect homemade treat.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend with rice flour, potato starch, tapioca starch
- 1 tsp xanthan gum or psyllium husk for elasticity
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup warm water or plant-based milk
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted vegan butter
Filling Options:
🟢 Savory Fillings:
- Potato & Onion: 1 cup mashed potatoes + ½ cup caramelized onions
- Sauerkraut & Mushrooms: ½ cup sautéed mushrooms + ½ cup sauerkraut
- Lentil & Caramelized Onion: ½ cup cooked lentils + ½ cup caramelized onions
🔵 Sweet Fillings:
- Blueberry: ½ cup mashed blueberries + 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Apple-Cinnamon: ½ cup diced apples + ½ tsp cinnamon + 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
Prepare the Gluten-Free Dough
- In a bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, and salt.
- Add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead lightly, then cover and rest for 30 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
Make the Pierogi Filling
- Prepare your chosen savory or sweet filling.
- Mash or finely chop ingredients to ensure a smooth, even consistency.
Roll and Shape the Pierogi
- Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the dough to about ⅛ inch thick.
- Cut out circles using a cookie cutter or glass (~3 inches in diameter).
- Add 1 teaspoon of filling to each circle.
- Fold in half, sealing the edges by pressing firmly or crimping with a fork.
Cook the Pierogi
- Boiling: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop in pierogi and cook until they float to the surface (~3-5 minutes).
- Pan-Frying (Optional): Heat a pan with vegan butter or oil and fry until golden brown.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Garnish with dairy-free sour cream, caramelized onions, or fresh herbs.
- For sweet pierogi, drizzle with maple syrup or cinnamon sugar.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving - 5 Pierogi)
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg