Uszka

Recipe Information

Description:
Uszka is a delicious Polish recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 45 minutes of prep time and about 5 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 50 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 45 Minutes
Cook Time 5 Minutes
Total Time 50 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Mushrooms; Bread Crumbs
Category Rice & Grains; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Cuisine Polish
Cook Method Broiling; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 eggs, divided

  • 4 ounces sliced mushrooms

  • 4 tablespoons bread crumbs

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • Pinch of salt and black pepper

  • 1/3 cup skim milk

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Directions

  • Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook onions for 5 minutes or until clear. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Meanwhile, beat one egg in a large bowl, then add the bread crumbs, parsley, salt, and pepper. Add the onion and mushroom mixture to make a firm paste. Set this filling aside.

  • In a separate bowl, beat the other egg and add the milk and salt. Slowly add flour, stirring continuously to form a thick, sticky dough.

  • On a floured surface, knead the dough until it is smooth, soft, and moldable. If the dough is still sticky, add small amounts of flour as needed. Roll the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and let it sit for 15 minutes.

  • Roll out the dough into a thin 1/8-inch slab and cut into 2-inch squares. Place a teaspoon of the onion and mushroom filling onto the center of each square. Brush beaten egg on the edges of each dough square and fold, forming a triangle. Seal by pressing the dough edges.

  • Bring some water to a boil in a large pot. Cook the dumplings for 4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent dumplings from sticking together. Drain and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 233 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 101mg

  • Sodium: 215mg

  • Potassium: 232mg

  • Carbohydrate: 28g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 9g