Kliotski

Kliotski are traditional small dumplings widespread in the cuisine of Western Ukraine. They are made from a simple dough based on flour or boiled potato with an egg added, and the name came from the German tradition (Klöße), reflecting the cultural influences of the region.

The dough for kliotski is made soft; small pieces are pinched off or taken with a spoon and dropped directly into boiling salted water, broth, or soup, where they quickly rise as they cook. The finished kliotski are tender, fluffy, and hearty. They are served in different ways: as part of a soup, as its main “filling,” or separately — drizzled with melted butter, a fry-up of cracklings and onion, or sour cream. A simple, soft, and warming dish, kliotski are an example of how Ukrainian cuisine creatively absorbed and made its own the culinary traditions of neighbouring peoples.