Vareniki With Sour Cream In Bowl. Stock Photo

Dumpling is a broad classification for a dish that consists of pieces of dough wrapped around a filling or of dough with no filling. The dough can be based on bread, flour, or potatoes, and may be filled with meat, fish, cheese, vegetables, fruits, or sweets. Dumplings may be prepared using a variety of methods, including baking, boiling, frying, simmering, or steaming. Pierogi (vareniki) are most often associated with the cuisine of Central and Eastern European nations.