Pierogi

Undeniable, pierogi is the most popular Polish food. They are thinly rolled-out dough filled with a variety of fillings, savory or sweet. They could be served as an appetizer, main dish or dessert. The dish is always served for Christmas.

There are thousands of recipes for the dough but it is basically flour and water (sometimes eggs or boiled, mashed potatoes) with different fillings.

Every Pole is reminded of their youth days at home when eating them. And every Pole has their favourite ones. There are so many to choose from, so which ones should you try? Here are the most traditional versions:

Ruskie - with potatoes and cottage cheese;

With pork meat;

With cabbage and mushrooms, these are always served during Polish Wigilia (Christmas Eve);

With fruits, strawberries or blueberries, eaten usually during Summer when fruits are fresh.