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Russian Pelmeni Soup served and ready to eat

Russian Pelmeni Soup

Tiny meat dumplings served in a clear broth with butter and dill — Russia's most comforting winter soup.

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1 hrPrep
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20 minCook
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4Serves
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MediumLevel
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Ingredients

  • 1 pack frozen pelmeni (or homemade)
  • 1.5 litres beef or chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • Dill, parsley
  • Soured cream and vinegar to serve

Instructions

  1. Bring stock to a simmer with bay leaf.
  2. Drop in pelmeni from frozen; cook 6-8 minutes until they float.
  3. Stir in butter, dill and parsley.
  4. Serve in deep bowls.
  5. Each diner adds soured cream and a splash of vinegar.
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Tara’s tips

  • Use frozen pelmeni — they hold shape better.
  • A splash of vinegar at the table is traditional.

Serving suggestions

  • Eat with spoon for soup, fork for dumplings.

Storage & reheating

Best fresh; pelmeni freeze raw.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

Frequently asked questions

Vegetarian?

Use mushroom dumplings and vegetable stock.

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