Golden Belarusian Tsybriki: Potato Balls with a Savory Secret

Golden Belarusian Tsybriki: Potato Balls with a Savory Secret

Discover the delectable world of Belarusian cuisine with our Tsybriki recipe—crispy, golden potato balls filled with a flavorful blend of mushrooms, onions, and hard-boiled eggs. These scrumptious treats offer a comforting blend of textures and flavors, perfect for any festive occasion or an indulgent main course.

Ingredients

🥔 800 g potatoes peeled
🍄 200 g mushrooms champignons suggested
🧅 1 onion
🥚 3 eggs 2 hard-boiled for filling, 1 raw
🌾 2-4 tbsp all-purpose flour
🧂 Salt
🌶️ Ground black pepper
🌻 Sunflower oil for frying

Instructions

1- Prepare the Potatoes:

• Boil the peeled potatoes until they are very soft.
• Drain thoroughly and mash them in a mixing bowl until smooth.
• Allow the mashed potatoes to cool completely to prevent the raw egg from cooking prematurely.

2- Season the Potato Dough:

• Season the cooled mashed potatoes with salt and ground black pepper. Mix well.

3- Prepare the Filling:

• Finely dice the onion, mushrooms, and hard-boiled eggs.
• Heat a frying pan with sunflower oil and sauté the diced onion and mushrooms until they're cooked through and lightly browned.
• Season the mixture with salt and spices as desired.
• Remove from heat, add the diced eggs, mix well, and set aside.

4- Complete the Potato Dough:

• Mix the raw egg into the cooled potato mash.
• Add 2 tbsp of flour to achieve a manageable dough consistency. If necessary, add more flour until the dough is firm enough to shape.

5- Form the Potato Balls:

• Using kitchen scales for accuracy, divide the dough into 13 equal portions.
• On a floured silicone mat, flatten each portion into a disc.
• Place about 2 teaspoons of the filling in the center of each disc. Seal the edges around the filling and roll into a ball.

6- Deep Fry the Tsybriki:

• Preheat a substantial amount of sunflower oil in a deep pot until hot.
• Carefully place each potato ball into the oil using a slotted spoon, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
• Fry until the balls are golden brown and crispy, turning them as needed.

7- Serve:

• Use a slotted spoon to remove the finished tsybriki from the oil and drain on paper towels.
• Serve warm on decorative plates, accompanied by a dollop of sour cream.

Prep Time: 1.5 - 2 hours including cooling time
Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
Total Time: 2 - 3 hours
Servings: 13 balls
Equipment: Light green mixing bowl, metal potato masher, standard kitchen knife, white cutting board, black non-stick frying pan, red silicone spatula, white silicone mat possibly ZWILLING, deep black pot/saucepan, metal slotted spoon, paper towels, decorative ceramic plates

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the mashed potatoes are completely cooled before adding the egg.
• Adjust the amount of flour based on the dough’s moisture for easier handling.
• Deep-fry in batches to maintain an even, golden crust.

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Golden Belarusian Tsybriki: Potato Balls with a Savory Secret