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Pierogi vs. Pirozhki: What's the Difference?

Pierogi and Pirozhki Definitions

Pierogi

A semicircular dumpling with any of various fillings, such as finely chopped meat or vegetables, that is often sautéed after being boiled.

Pirozhki

Small pastries filled with finely chopped meat, vegetables or fruit baked or fried, from eastern European cuisine, or a serving of these.

Pierogi

(North America) A square- or crescent-shaped dumpling of unleavened dough, stuffed with sauerkraut, cheese, mashed potatoes, cabbage, onion, meat, or any combination of these, or with a fruit filling.

Pirozhki

A single such pastry.

Pirozhki

Small fruit or meat turnover baked or fried
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