Best 6 Potato Kasha Knish Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delightful potato kasha knish, a delectable treat that harmoniously blends the flavors of savory potato filling encased in a flaky, golden crust. This traditional Eastern European dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, perfect for any occasion. Dive into the secrets of preparing this cherished delicacy with our step-by-step guide.

Uncover the art of crafting the perfect knish dough, a delicate balance of flour, water, and a touch of salt. Discover the nuances of preparing the irresistible potato filling, a comforting medley of mashed potatoes, sautéed onions, and aromatic spices.

Immerse yourself in the joy of assembling these culinary treasures, carefully encasing the delectable filling within the tender dough. Brush each knish with egg wash, creating a golden-brown glaze that adds an extra layer of allure.

Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma as the knishes bake to perfection, filling your kitchen with an irresistible fragrance. Alongside the classic potato kasha knish recipe, delve into enticing variations that cater to diverse palates. Explore the tangy delight of the sauerkraut knish, the hearty indulgence of the meat knish, and the delectable sweetness of the prune knish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

JEWISH POTATO KNISH



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A Jewish potato knish is baked dumpling similar to an empanada, a British pasty, and a Russian pirozhki. It is stuffed with a savory potato filling.

Provided by Barbara Rolek

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 3h40m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the Knish Dough:
8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
8 ounces (1 brick) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Potato Filling:
3 large potatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled, cut into 1-inch chunks, boiled in well-salted water, cooled and passed through a ricer)
1 medium onion (about 1 pound), chopped and sautéed
1 large egg, beaten
1/8 cup pre-made instant mashed potatoes (prepared according to package directions)
1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ascorbic acid (or vitamin C powder, to keep the potatoes from turning dark)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon hot sauce (Tabasco)
Optional: 4 ounces (1 cup) cheddar cheese, finely shredded
For the Egg Wash:
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water
1 drop of yellow food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, process the softened butter, cream cheese, and sour cream until smooth and well-combined, scraping down the bowl once or twice. Add the flour and salt and pulse to blend.
  • Turn the dough out onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Using floured hands, form into a ball and wrap tightly. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cooked and shredded potatoes, sautéd onions, eggs, instant mashed potatoes, salt, ascorbic acid, if using, garlic powder, Tabasco sauce, and cheddar cheese, if using. Adjust the seasoning with salt to taste.
  • Mix until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
  • Gather the ingredients. Position 2 racks in the upper and lower part of the oven and heat the oven to 350 F.
  • Flour a work surface and place the dough on it. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let come to room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Roll the dough to a rectangle that is 1/4-inch thick. Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into 3-inch squares. Re-roll any remaining dough scraps until all the dough is used.
  • Make the egg wash by combining the beaten egg with 1 tablespoon water and 1 drop of yellow food coloring, if using. Brush each square with the egg wash.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of filling on each square. Then fold the corners to meet in the middle, similar to an envelope, pinching the edges closed.
  • Place the knishes on a two parchment lined baking sheets and brush with more egg wash. Continue with the rest of the dough and filling.
  • Bake the knishes for 30 to 35 minutes, rotating the pans half-way through baking until they are golden brown on the top and bottom.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 144 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 24 Potato Knishes (12 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SARAH'S KNISH



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Traditional Jewish treat of little golden pastry domes filled with seasoned mashed potatoes and fried onions.

Provided by Sarah Dipity

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup warm water
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Combine potatoes and onions in a large bowl; season with 2 teaspoons of salt, pepper, sugar, and garlic. Mash until smooth; set aside.
  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Beat eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, warm water, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gradually stir in flour. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Divide the dough into thirds and roll each piece out to about 9x13-inches. Slice the rolled dough in half lengthwise, then spread the potato mixture down the center of each strip. Roll each strip around the filling and gently press to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling to end with six logs.
  • Cut each log into 1-inch slices and place cut side down on the prepared baking sheet. Gently press the edges of the dough toward the center of the potato mixture to form a bun. Beat egg yolks and milk together in a small bowl. Brush each knish with the the egg yolk mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 35 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 13.1 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 121 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

KNISH



Knish image

Knish is a classic Jewish comfort food. Sometimes I make tiny appetizer ones, which are a little more like a roll, and I seam on the top. -Marlena Spieler, Waterlooville, England

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3 ounces sour cream
1 pound medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 medium onions, finely chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • For pastry, in a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in sour cream, adding 3-4 tablespoons water to form a dough. Shape into a disk, mixture will be crumbly. Wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight., Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 8-10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. , Drain potatoes; return to pan and stir over low heat 1 minute to dry. Mash potatoes; stir in onion mixture, salt and pepper. Set aside to cool. Stir in eggs., Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10x12 -in. rectangle. Cut into 16 squares. Spoon 1 tablespoon potato filling in the middle of each square. Brush the edges with water. Fold each corner toward the center, meeting in the middle. Arrange, seam side down, on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SUPER EASY POTATO KNISHES



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These easy potato knishes are flaky and melt-in-your-mouth despite the shortcuts that cut the recipe time in half. A great appetizer or side dish. Don't count on leftovers.

Provided by Cheryl

Categories     Appetizer     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package puff pastry dough (2 sheets), defrosted if frozen, Note 1 (about 17 ounces dough. )
3 1/2 cups (730g) mashed potatoes (fresh, left over, store-bought or instant) Note 2
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons dry onion soup mix (optional) (or salt and black pepper to taste)
1 egg mixed with1 tablespoon cold water, mixed ((for egg wash))

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400F/204C.
  • MAKE POTATO MIXTURE: To fry onions, heat oil on medium heat and sauté onions for 5-6 minutes just until slightly brown. Combine mashed potatoes and caramelized onions in a medium bowl with a fork. Season with salt and pepper - or 2 tablespoons of dry onion soup mix - to taste. You can omit the salt and pepper if you are using leftover mashed potatoes that are already seasoned.
  • MAKE KNISHES: You will make two rolls of knishes from each sheet of puff pastry. On a lightly floured surface, unroll one sheet of puff pastry dough. It should be about 1/4 inch/0.63cm thick or less. Stretch out or roll dough a bit if necessary. Spread potato filling to resemble a log - about 2 inches/5cm thick - along one side of the rolled dough. Fold dough over the potato about 1 1/2 times in a jelly-roll fashion, making a log/roll. Cut away remaining dough with a sharp knife for the next roll. Tuck ends and pinch seams together well (to ensure filling doesn't seep out). Repeat with other half of dough on the same sheet of dough. Then do the same with the second sheet of dough. If you have extra dough and potato mixture left over, make a 5th roll.
  • BAKE: Place rolls on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam side down. Brush egg wash on rolls which will create a glazed golden look (optional). Bake for 25-30 minutes to a golden brown flaky pastry. If any potato mixture seeps out, tuck it back into the knish roll with a knife.
  • TO SERVE: Cut rolls of finished knishes into 2 inch/5 cm pieces on the diagonal and serve. To make ahead (recommended!) see Note 2.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 38 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KASHA KNISHES



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This Knishes recipe uses kasha (buckwheat) which is the authentic way it was made in the Shtetl in Eastern Europe before the Holocaust.

Provided by Jewlish by Jamie

Categories     Baked

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup extra virgin olive oil, such as Colavita
1 teaspoon Vinegar
½ cup Water
1 Egg
3 cups Flour
1 tablespoon Sugar
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, such as Colavita
1 onion, diced
½ cup kasha (also known as Buckwheat)
½ teaspoon Kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup water
1 ½ cups mashed potatoes (from about 2 medium potatoes)
1 egg for egg-wash

Steps:

  • Add all the wet ingredients to a bowl and mix well. In a separate bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients until well combined and a dough forms. Knead dough well for 5-10 minutes. Put the dough in an oiled bowl and cover. Fridge the dough for one hour. In a pan, add 1 tablespoon of Colavita Olive Oil and the diced onion. Fry on med-low heat for 45 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Remove the onion and add 1 tablespoon of Colavita Olive Oil. Add the Kasha (Buckwheat), salt and pepper. Stir well. Add 1 cup of water, bring to a boil and cover. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. In a bowl combine the kasha, onions and mashed potatoes. Stir well. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Put the filling across the dough longways 2 inches from the bottom. (See picture for reference). Egg-wash the bottom and top of the dough and roll longways. Roll the log so that it is closed tightly. Use the palm of your hand to create dents in the log every 2 inches. Use a knife to cut where you dented. (See picture 2 for reference) Face the dough upwards so the open part is facing up. Use your thumbs to push the dough into the center. (See picture 3 for reference) Put on a baking sheet and egg-wash generously. Preheat oven to 375F. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top appears golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

KASHA KNISHES RECIPE - (4/5)



Kasha Knishes Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-6711

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package Frozen puff pastry sheets 17 1/4 oz
1 cup Onions, diced
1 tbsp Safflower oil
1 egg
1 cup Kasha
2 cup Vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp Water

Steps:

  • • 1 tsp Water Thaw pastry sheets according to package directions. Sauté onions in oil in a large skillet until lightly browned. Set aside. Beat egg in a bowl and toss the kasha in it. Place tossed kasha in a large skillet with a tightly fitting cover. Over high heat, flatten, stir & chop the kasha with a fork until the grains separate. Remove from heat. Bring broth to a boil. Slowly pour broth over the kasha, cover skillet, and cook over low heat until the liquid is all absorbed, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in onions, salt & pepper. Cool to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and oil a cookie sheet. On a lightly floured board, roll one pastry sheet into a 11" X 14" rectangle. Cut into 3" circles and place 2 tsp. filling in the center of each circle. Pull edges up around the filling, completely enclosing it. Pinch dough together to form a tight package. Turn packages over and place seam side down on a cookie sheet. Beat remaining egg substitute with water to make an "egg wash". Brush each knish with this wash and sprinkle with poppy seeds. Repeat with remaining sheets of dough. Bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If the dough is too dry, add a little water.
  • If the dough is too wet, add a little flour.
  • To prevent the filling from leaking out, seal the edges of the dough tightly.
  • Bake the knishes until they are golden brown.
  • Serve the knishes warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Potato kasha knish is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your knishes crispy or soft, savory or sweet, there is a recipe in this article that is sure to please you. So what are you waiting for? Give one of these recipes a try today!

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