Lyhantsi potato dumplings: a traditional dish of Western Ukrainian cuisine

It is a traditional dish of Western Ukrainian cuisine.

The history of lyhantsi or potato dumplings is connected with the mountainous regions, where local housewives invented simple but hearty dishes that did not require expensive ingredients. This is one of those dishes. It can be served as a hot appetizer or main course.

Ingredients:

- Boiled potatoes -800 g;

- Milk - 50 g;

- Corn starch - 400 g;

- Salt, pepper - to taste;

- Chicken eggs - 1 pc;

- Cheese - 150 g;

- Onions for the roast - 1 pc.

Method of preparation:

1. Grate the pre-boiled potatoes on a fine grater.

2. Add egg, milk, and salt.

3. Add starch in parts and knead the dough so that it keeps its shape.

4. Mash the cheese with a fork.

5. Form sausages and cut into pieces. Stretch each piece in your hand and form dumplings, stuffing each with cheese..

6. Boil in salted water for 3-5 minutes, depending on the size.

7. Serve with onions and sour cream.