Cooking Instructions Pierogi

 

Our pierogi are 100% cooked and frozen for your convenience, making them quick and easy to prepare! No need to defrost – cook straight from frozen.

Hot Tip: Finish off all hot savoury pierogi with a sprinkle of salt and smoked paprika, just like hot chips!

 

Choose Your Preferred Cooking Method:

 

1. Pan-Frying (Recommended for Golden & Crispy):

  • Add a little oil or butter to a frying pan.

  • Start on a low to medium heat to gently defrost the pierogi in the pan.

  • Once the pierogi start to puff up, increase the heat to get that desired golden, brown crispiness.

  • Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through and beautifully golden.

2. Baking:

  • Preheat oven to ().

  • Place frozen pierogi on a baking sheet.

  • Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned.

  • Hot Tip: Add cheese and other toppings halfway through baking to create a "nachos" style meal!

3. Air Frying:

  • Set your air fryer to ().

  • Place frozen pierogi in the air fryer basket (a light spray of oil can help with crispiness).

  • Cook for 5 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until internal temperature reaches over and they are golden.

4. Deep Frying:

  • Heat oil to approximately ().

  • Carefully place frozen pierogi into the hot oil.

  • Deep fry for approximately 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches over .

Note: Always ensure the internal temperature of your pierogi reaches over (165°F) for food safety.

Enjoy your delicious Pierogi Joint pierogi!