Pampushky with Garlic
Pampushky are small, fluffy Ukrainian yeast-leavened buns, traditionally served with borscht or other savory dishes. This vegan version features a fragrant garlic sauce brushed over the warm rolls, adding a pungent and delicious kick.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 50 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 519 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
dough
- 250 mlwarm water
- 7 gactive dry yeast
- 10 ggranulated sugar
- 400 gall-purpose flour
- 5 gsalt
- 30 mlvegetable oil
garlic sauce
- 4 clovegarlic, finely minced
- 15 gfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 30 mlvegetable oil
- 1 pinchsalt
Equipment
kitchen scale · pastry brush · measuring cups · plastic wrap · large bowl · measuring spoons · small bowl · baking dish
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Ensure your water is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- 2
Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix with a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
About 2 min
- 3
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- 4
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, turning it once to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 60-75 minutes, or until doubled in size.
About 1 hr 15 min
Cook’s note: A warm oven (turned off) with the light on can create a perfect rising environment.
- 5
Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 8-10 equal pieces.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Using a kitchen scale can help ensure even-sized pampushky.
- 6
Shape each piece into a small, round bun. Arrange the buns in a lightly oiled 9-inch round baking dish or an 8x8-inch square pan, leaving a little space between them.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the buns are somewhat close so they rise and bake into each other, creating soft sides.
- 7
Cover the pan again and let the pampushky rise for another 20-30 minutes, or until noticeably puffy.
About 30 min
- 8
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) while the pampushky are on their second rise.
About 15 min
- 9
Bake the pampushky for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
About 22 min
Cook’s note: The internal temperature should reach 93-96°C (200-205°F) when fully baked.
- 10
While the pampushky are baking, prepare the garlic sauce. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, vegetable oil, and salt.
About 5 min
- 11
Once the pampushky are out of the oven, immediately brush the prepared garlic sauce generously over the warm buns.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Brushing while hot allows the buns to absorb the garlic flavor better.
- 12
Serve the pampushky warm and enjoy.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 519.3kcal
- Protein
- 11.1g
- Carbs
- 80.8g
- Fat
- 16.2g
- Fibre
- 3.4g
- Sugar
- 2.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover pampushky in an airtight container at room temperature.
Reheat in a microwave for 15-30 seconds, or in a preheated oven at 150°C (300°F) for 5-7 minutes.
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