Plum Pierogi with Plum Sauce

These are a traditional Polish treat, created in a vegan way to be enjoyed warm on a cold winter’s day.

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients:

for the dough:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 1/2 cup water

for the filling and sauce:

• 6 nice sweet ripe plums
• 3 tablespoons sugar (divided)
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• splash lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Directions:

Mix the ingredients for the dough and allow to sit, covered for 15 minutes.
Slice 4 of the plums in thin slices.
Place the sliced plums in a small saucepan.
Add 1 tablespoon sugar and the spices with about 3/4 cup of water.
Bring to a soft simmer and cook until the plums are soft and there is a nice smooth sauce.
Mix the lemon juice with the cornstarch and perhaps a bit more water.
Add to the cooked plums to thicken the sauce.
When the sauce is thick and clear, turn the heat down and keep warm on a low heat.

Make 8 small balls from the dough.
Roll the balls out to form small circles, about 1/4 of an inch thick.
Slice the remaining plums in eights.
Place 2 slices of plums with a 1/2 teaspoon of sugar on the center of the circle.
Fold the circle over and crimp he edges closed.
Bring a pot of water to boil.
Put the plum pierogi in the boiling water and cook until they begin to float – about 3-5 minutes.
Remove with a slotted spoon.
Serve the plum pierogi with some of the plum sauce.