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Buckwheat-based dumplings filled with potato; starch-forward with moderate fiber.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Buckwheat potato pelmeni (180 g) has 356 calories. That works out to 198 calories per 100 g. It contains 61.6 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 5.8 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Manganese covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
356
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
61.6g
· 22% DV
Protein
10.1g
· 20% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
5.8g
· 21% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 11% · Fat 19%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 356 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 558 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% |
| Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 36 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 80 g | 158 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 90 g | 178 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 198 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 144 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 317 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 495 kcal |
Calculated from 198 calories per 100 g.
Buckwheat potato pelmeni are dumplings made with buckwheat-containing dough and a potato filling. Pelmeni are associated with Russian cooking, where they are often filled with meat; this version uses potato instead and can be served boiled with a simple topping.
Boil buckwheat potato pelmeni in salted water until the dough is cooked through. Lower them in gently and stir carefully so they do not stick to the pot; check one dumpling before draining, since dough thickness affects cooking time.
No, buckwheat potato pelmeni and vareniki are related filled dumplings, but the names come from different culinary traditions. Both can contain potato, while their usual shapes, doughs, and serving customs vary by family and region.
Yes, buckwheat potato pelmeni can usually go straight from the freezer into boiling water. Add them in small batches and stir gently as they loosen; cooking from frozen takes longer than cooking fresh dumplings, so check that the centers are hot.
Butter, sour cream, or a tangy yogurt sauce all go well with buckwheat potato pelmeni. Their mild potato filling also pairs with black pepper, dill, or fried onions; add the sauce just before serving to keep the dumplings from turning soggy.
Buckwheat potato pelmeni usually fall apart when the dough has cracks, the edges are not sealed, or the filling is overpacked. Keep the sealing edges free of filling, press them firmly together, and boil at a steady rather than violently bubbling simmer.
Yes, homemade buckwheat potato pelmeni freeze well. Arrange them separately on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container; this prevents them from freezing into one lump and makes it easier to cook only what you need.
Use a thick, cooled potato filling and avoid putting too much inside each buckwheat potato pelmeni. Wet or hot filling can soften the dough and make sealing harder, so let the mashed potatoes cool before shaping the dumplings.
Serve buckwheat potato pelmeni with a crisp salad, pickled vegetables, or a spoonful of sour cream. A bright, acidic side balances the soft potato filling, while fried onions or herbs add flavor without needing a heavy sauce.
Cooked buckwheat potato pelmeni keep for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat them until hot throughout, using a little water in a pan if needed to stop the dough from drying out.
Vitamins
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
Biotin
3.78µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Sodium
558mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buckwheat potato pelmeni are dumplings inspired by pelmeni, a dish associated with Russian and Siberian cooking. In this version, buckwheat dough encloses a soft potato filling; the dumplings are usually boiled and served hot.
The buckwheat brings an earthy note, while the potato makes the filling tender and satisfying. They work well as a main meal, served with butter or sour cream in the pelmeni tradition, or with garlicky yoghurt and herbs for a lighter, familiar option in many English-speaking kitchens. Nutritionally, they are mainly a source of starch, with a moderate amount of fibre. Add a crisp salad or cooked vegetables alongside for a more balanced plate.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.