📍 Poltava Region⏱ 40 min🍽 Serves: 4vegetarian

Poltava Halushky — Soft Dumplings

Soft little clouds of dough.

Where it comes from

Poltava Oblast

History

Halushky are known across Ukraine, but Poltava has a particularly strong connection to them. Pieces of dough are boiled or steamed and do not necessarily have a filling.

Today

This home version uses kefir dough and steam. Add mushroom or meat sauce separately if desired.

Ingredients

• 400 g all-purpose flour
• 250 ml plain kefir
• 1 eggs
• 5 g baking soda
• 40 g butter

Method

1. Mix kefir, egg, and a pinch of salt.
2. Combine the flour and baking soda separately.
3. Knead into a soft, slightly sticky dough.
4. Rest for 10 minutes.
5. On a lightly floured surface, shape ropes and cut into pieces about 1 inch (3 cm) long.
6. Steam in a greased, covered steamer for 8–10 minutes, leaving space between pieces.
7. Check the centers are cooked, then coat with butter.

How to serve

Toss gently with butter and serve warm without pressing them down.

Sources

• Cultural background

Check ingredients for allergens. Times and amounts are approximate.