Russian Apricot Pirozhki Filling
A sweet and tangy filling inspired by russian cuisine, perfect for pirozhki. This recipe combines the flavors of apricot and fermented ingredients, topped with crispy notes.
Ingredients
- ●250g apricot jamhomemade or store-bought
- ●100g fermented cabbageshredded and drained
- ●50g crispy fried onionsstore-bought or homemade
- ●50g all-purpose flour
- ●20g sugar
- ●1 tsp cinnamon
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1 eggbeaten
- ●50ml milk
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine apricot jam, fermented cabbage, crispy fried onions, flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Add the beaten egg and milk to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it becomes smooth.
- 5
Divide the dough into 8-10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten it slightly.
- 6
Place the flattened dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7
Bake the pirozhki in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8
Allow the pirozhki to cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.