Best 4 Sauerkraut Bacon And Onion Pierogi Recipes

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Sauerkraut bacon and onion pierogi is a traditional Eastern European dish that has become a beloved comfort food all over the world. This savory dish is made with a filling of sauerkraut, bacon, and onions, encased in a tender dough. While there are many different recipes for sauerkraut bacon and onion pierogi, they all share a few common ingredients and techniques. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for this classic dish, providing you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and delicious variations to make the perfect sauerkraut bacon and onion pierogi.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

POLISH SAUERKRAUT PIEROGI



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This sauerkraut filling recipe is one of the most popular for Polish pierogi or dumplings. The filling also can be used to fill naleśniki/crepes.

Provided by Barbara Rolek

Categories     Appetizer     Brunch     Dinner     Entree     Lunch     Side Dish     Pasta

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the Sauerkraut Filling:
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 pound sauerkraut, drained, rinsed, and chopped
2 large carrots , peeled and grated
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons sour cream, or more
For the Pierogi Dough:
2 large eggs
5 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chicken broth
4 cups all-purpose flour
​​ For Frying Cooked Pierogi:
4 ounces butter
1 cup onion, chopped
Sour cream, for garnish
Bacon bits , for garnish

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add onion and cook until tender but not browned. Add sauerkraut and carrots. Cook, stirring often, 10 to 15 minutes or until volume has reduced and sauerkraut is tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons sour cream. If the mixture doesn't hold its shape when squeezed together, add more sour cream.
  • Let this filling cool completely before filling pierogi dough. If desired, store covered in the refrigerator for one day before using.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, 5 tablespoons sour cream, 3 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and chicken broth until well mixed.
  • Add flour and knead by hand or in a stand mixer until the dough is smooth. Wrap with plastic and let rest at least 10 minutes before rolling.
  • Remove the sauerkraut filling from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness.
  • Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut the dough. Gather scraps, cover with plastic wrap, and set aside.
  • Using a 1 1/2-inch cookie scoop, portion sauerkraut filling onto all the dough circles before folding.
  • With clean, dry hands, fold dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together, sealing and crimping with your fingers (or use a fork) as for a pie.
  • Roll, cut, and fill the reserved scraps of dough.
  • Bring a deep pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Reduce to a simmer and drop 12 pierogi at a time into the water. Stir once so they don't stick to the bottom. When they rise to the surface, cook 3 minutes or until dough is done to your liking (based on the thickness of the dough).
  • Remove with a slotted spoon to a platter that has been smeared with butter. Pierogi will stick together if drained in a colander, even if the colander has been coated with cooking spray.
  • Repeat until all pierogi are cooked. Serve as is with melted butter or fry in butter.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Add butter and 1 cup chopped onion to a heavy, large skillet and sauté until onion is translucent. Add pierogi and fry until golden on both sides and onion is tender.
  • Serve hot with onion, sour cream, and bacon bits if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 666 kcal, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 119 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 1098 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 35 g, ServingSize 36 pierogi (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BACON AND SAUERKRAUT PEROGIES



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These perogies are filled with an absolutely delicious mixture of bacon, onion, chopped sauerkraut and sour cream. Cook in boiling water, crisp up a bit in the frying pan and serve. Everyone will love them!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 32 perogies

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices bacon, finely chopped
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1 (1 liter) jar bick's wine sauerkraut, rinsed, drained, squeezed dry
1/2 cup sour cream
salt and pepper
32 prepared wonton wrappers (2.5-inches each)
1 egg, beaten and mixed with 1 tsp. water
butter (for frying) (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to the boil.
  • Meanwhile, cook bacon and onions in skillet until crispy.
  • Drain off most of the fat. Add chopped sauerkraut, sour cream, salt and pepper.
  • Mix well. Place 1 tablespoons filling in center of each Won Ton wrapper.
  • Brush edges with beaten egg and fold over, pinching edges to seal.
  • Drop into boiling water 4-5 at a time and cook 1-2 minutes.
  • Fry in butter until crispy, if desired.
  • Serve with additional sour cream, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.8, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 12.8, Sodium 220.6, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.5, Protein 1.9

EASY BACON AND ONION PIEROGIES



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We're fans of pierogies of all kinds-especially when onions and bacon are involved! These start with ready-made pierogies, so they're easy to prepare.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 onion, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
3/4 cup water
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen potato and four-cheese blend pierogies
3 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook and stir onions in dressing in large skillet on medium heat 8 min. or until crisp-tender.
  • Add water and pierogies. Cook 8 to 10 min. until water is evaporated and pierogies are browned, occasionally turning pierogies.
  • Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 800 mg, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 11 g

HOMEMADE SAUERKRAUT PIEROGIES / PEROGIES - OLD FASHIONED RECIPE



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Make and share this Homemade Sauerkraut Pierogies / Perogies - Old Fashioned Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups sauerkraut (or more)
1 medium chopped onion
4 tablespoons bacon fat (vegetable shortening can be substituted) or 4 tablespoons butter (vegetable shortening can be substituted)
2 tablespoons sour cream
salt and pepper
2 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 teaspoons oil
3/4 cup warm water

Steps:

  • Sauerkraut Filling: Rinse the sauerkraut well in warm water, squeeze dry, and chop very fine.
  • Cook the onion in the fat or shortening until tender.
  • Add the sauerkraut and cream.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cook over low heat for 15 minutes or until sauerkraut is tender and the flavors blend.
  • Do not over cook.
  • Chill thoroughly.
  • Mix the flour with the salt in a deep bowl.
  • Add the egg, oil and water to make a medium soft dough.
  • Knead on a floured board until the dough is smooth.
  • Caution: Too much kneading will toughen the dough.
  • Divide the dough into 2 parts.
  • Cover and let stand for at least 10 minutes.
  • Prepare the filling.
  • The filling should be thick enough to hold its shape.
  • Roll the dough quite thin on a floured board.
  • Cut rounds with a large biscuit cutter, or as most old-world grandmothers did, with the open end of a glass.
  • Put the round in the palm of your hand.
  • Place a spoonful of filling in it, fold over to form a half circle and press the edges together with the fingers.
  • The edges should be free of filling.
  • Be sure the edges are sealed well to prevent the filling from running out.
  • Place the pierogi on a floured board or tea towel and then cover with another tea towel to prevent them from drying out.
  • COOKING: Drop a few pierogies into a large quantity of rapidly boiling salted water.
  • Do not attempt to cook too many at a time.
  • Stir VERY gently with a wooden spoon to separate them and to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Continue boiling for 3-4 minutes.
  • The cooling period will depend upon the size you made it, the thickness of the dough and the filling.
  • Pierogies will be ready when they are puffed.
  • Remove them with a perforated spoon or skimmer to a colander and drain thoroughly.
  • Place in a deep dish, sprinkle generously with melted butter to prevent them from sticking.
  • Cover and keep them hot until all are cooked.
  • Serve in a large dish without piling or crowding them.
  • Top with melted butter- chopped crisp bacon and/or chopped onions lightly browned in butter.
  • REHEATING: One of the great things about pierogies, is that they can be made in large quantities, refrigerated, frozen and reheated without lost of quality.
  • Many prefer reheated pierogies as compared to freshly boiled ones.
  • To re-heat, you can 1) pan fry pierogies in butter or bacon fat until they are light in color or 2) heat the pierogies in the top of a double boiler or in the oven until they are hot and plump or 3) deep fry them.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen sauerkraut for the best flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the sauerkraut thoroughly to remove any excess saltiness.
  • Squeeze the sauerkraut well to remove as much moisture as possible before using.
  • Cook the sauerkraut until it is tender but still has a bit of a bite to it.
  • Use a good quality bacon for the best flavor.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy but not burnt.
  • Use a large skillet or griddle to cook the pierogi so that they have plenty of room to brown.
  • Cook the pierogi over medium heat so that they cook evenly and don't burn.
  • Serve the pierogi hot with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Sauerkraut, bacon, and onion pierogi are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give sauerkraut, bacon, and onion pierogi a try!

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