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Kasha Knishes

Kasha Knishes

The authentic dish straight out of the Shtetl
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings

8 Servings

Ingredients

Dough

  • ½  cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vinegar
  • ½ cup Water
  • 1 Egg
  • 3 cups Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Kasha Filling

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • ½ cup kasha also known as Buckwheat
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups mashed potatoes from about 2 medium potatoes
  • 1 egg for egg-wash

Instructions

  • Add all the wet ingredients to a bowl and mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients until well combined and a dough forms.  
  • Knead dough well for 5-10 minutes. Put the dough in an oiled bowl and cover. Fridge the dough for one hour.

Kasha Filling

  • In a pan, add 1 tablespoon Olive Oil and the diced onion. Fry on med-low heat for 45 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
  • Remove the onion and add 1 tablespoon Olive Oil. Add the Kasha (Buckwheat), salt and pepper. Stir well. 
  • Add 1 cup of water, bring to a boil and cover. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. 
  • In a bowl combine the kasha, onions and mashed potatoes. Stir well.
  • Roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Put the filling across the dough longways 2 inches from the bottom.
    Kasha Knish Step 1
  • Egg-wash the bottom and top of the dough and roll longways. Roll the log so that it is closed tightly.
  • Use the palm of your hand to create dents in the log every 2 inches. Use a knife to cut where you dented.
    Kasha Knish Step 2
  • Face the dough upwards so the open part is facing up. Use your thumbs to push the dough into the center.
    Kasha Knish Step 3
  • Put on a baking sheet and egg-wash generously. Preheat oven to 375F. 
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top appears golden brown.