Frozen Pierogi Dumplings Recipe 🥟🧈
Frozen pierogi are delicious dumplings usually filled with potatoes, cheese, meat, or vegetables. They’re quick to prepare and taste amazing when boiled and then pan-fried in butter with onions.
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen pierogi (about 12–16 pieces)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Sour cream for serving
- Fresh parsley or chives (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Boil the Pierogi
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Add frozen pierogi and cook for 3–5 minutes until they float to the top.
Drain well.
2. Cook the Onions
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced onions and cook for 5–7 minutes until soft and golden.
3. Pan-Fry the Pierogi
Add the remaining butter to the skillet.
Place the boiled pierogi in the pan and cook 3–4 minutes per side until lightly crispy and golden.
Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Serve
Top with the caramelized onions and serve with:
- sour cream
- chopped parsley or chives
- optional bacon bits
Optional Flavor Ideas
You can make pierogi even better by adding:
- crispy bacon
- sautéed mushrooms
- shredded cheese
- smoked sausage slices
✅ Tip: For extra crispiness, fry the pierogi in butter + a little olive oil.
If you want, I can also show you:
- Air fryer frozen pierogi (10-minute method)
- Cheesy baked pierogi casserole
- How restaurants make pierogi taste amazing.