Colțunași

Ingredients

For the Dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1/2 cup water (or as needed)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Filling:
1 cup mashed potatoes (preferably from about 4 medium potatoes)
1 cup cheese (farmer's cheese or ricotta, drained)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
For Cooking:
2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

Prepare Dough

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg, water, and vegetable oil.

Mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Prepare Filling

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and golden.

In a bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, and cooked onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.

Assemble Colțunași

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into squares (about 3 inches on each side).

Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each square. Fold the dough over to form a triangle or rectangle, pinching the edges to seal.

Cook Colțunași