Pierogi z Truskawkami - Strawberry Pierogi

Make pierogi dough: place flour in large bowl, make well in center.

Add eggs, pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon oil to well.

Gradually add warm water while mixing with fork, incorporating flour from edges.

When dough comes together, knead on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.

Dough should be soft, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky.

Wrap dough in plastic wrap, let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare filling: hull strawberries, removing all green parts.

Cut strawberries into small dice, about 0.5cm pieces for even distribution.

Place diced strawberries in bowl, add sugar and potato starch, toss gently to combine.

Starch will absorb juice during cooking and prevent pierogi from bursting.

Let strawberry mixture macerate for 10 minutes while dough rests.

Divide rested dough in half, keep unused portion covered.

Roll out dough on floured surface to 2mm thickness using rolling pin.

Cut circles using 8-9cm round cutter or glass rim.

Place heaping teaspoon of strawberry filling in center of each circle, including some juice.

Don't overfill - strawberries release more juice during cooking.

Fold circle in half to create half-moon shape, press edges firmly together.

Ensure seal is complete with no gaps, press with fork tines for extra security.

Place filled pierogi on floured surface, don't let them touch or they'll stick.

Bring large pot of water to gentle boil, add pinch of salt.

Carefully add 8-10 pierogi at once, stir gently immediately to prevent sticking.

When pierogi float to surface, reduce heat to gentle simmer.

Cook floating pierogi for additional 2-3 minutes until puffy and dough is cooked through.

Remove with slotted spoon, drain well, place in serving dish.

Toss gently with small amount of melted butter to prevent sticking.

Serve immediately while hot, topped with generous dollop of cold sour cream.

Sprinkle with sugar at table according to individual preference.

Optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves or additional sliced strawberries.