noun
- Plural of pirogi; small pastry cases or dumplings filled with savory or sweet fillings, typically associated with Eastern European cuisine.
Usage: Also spelled 'pierogi' or 'pirozhki' depending on the language of origin.; Common in Polish, Russian, and Ukrainian cuisines.
Examples
- We ordered a plate of pirogis filled with potato and cheese at the Ukrainian restaurant.
- My grandmother makes delicious pirogis with sauerkraut and mushroom filling.
- The bakery sells both savory and sweet pirogis every weekend.
- Pirogis are often served with sour cream and caramelized onions.
- She learned to make pirogis from her mother's traditional recipe.