siomierzy

The term "siomierzy" refers to a traditional Polish dish, a type of dumpling. These dumplings are typically filled with a mixture of cooked potatoes and twaróg, a type of Polish farmer's cheese. The dough for siomierzy is usually made from flour, water, and sometimes an egg, rolled thin and then cut into circles or squares. The filling is placed in the center, and the dough is folded and sealed to create the dumpling.

Siomierzy are often boiled until they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through. Once drained, they are commonly served with a topping of melted butter, fried onions, or sometimes sour cream. Some variations may include sweet fillings, such as fruits, though the potato and cheese version is the most prevalent and recognizable. The dish is considered a staple of Polish home cooking and is particularly popular in certain regions of the country. While the exact origins are difficult to pinpoint, dumplings play a significant role in Central and Eastern European culinary traditions, with siomierzy being a distinct Polish interpretation.