What is another word for pirogi?
Pronunciation: [pɪɹˈə͡ʊɡɪ] (IPA) 
Pirogi, a delicious Eastern European dumpling filled with savory or sweet fillings, has many synonyms. Depending on the country of origin, pirogi can be called varenyky, pelmeni, pierogi, or manti. In Ukraine and parts of Russia, pirogi are known as varenyky, which are stuffed with mashed potatoes, cottage cheese, or fruit. While pelmeni, a Russian-style pirogi, are typically stuffed with minced meat or fish. Pierogi, a Polish version of pirogi, can be savory, filled with meat and sauerkraut, or sweet with fruit or cheese. Finally, manti, a Turkish and Central Asian pirogi, are typically stuffed with ground beef or lamb and onions and steamed to perfection.
