Crispy Pierogi with Caramelized Onions
Frozen pierogi crisped in a skillet with deeply golden caramelized onions, sour cream, and fresh dill. No dough-making required—just pan-fry and top.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 11g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice onions into thin half-moons. Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium.
Step 2
Add onions with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until deep golden, ~10 minutes.
Step 3
Push onions to the side. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter, then slide in pierogi in a single layer.
Step 4
Sear pierogi without moving for 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy at edges.
Step 5
Toss pierogi with onions. Sprinkle paprika, then stir in dill and a pinch of black pepper.
Step 6
Transfer to a plate and serve hot with sour cream on the side or dolloped on top.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- knife and cutting board
- wooden spoon
- serving spoon
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