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Delicious Keto Polish Snack: Zucchini Noodle Pierogi with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Discover this delicious and scrumptious keto-friendly Polish snack, Zucchini Noodle Pierogi with Creamy Mushroom Sauce. This mouthwatering, low-carb alternative to traditional pierogi will have you craving more while staying on track with your keto diet. Enjoy this flavorful and satisfying dish as part of a keto dinner idea or as a tasty side. Try our easy recipe now and experience the authentic taste of Polish cuisine in a low-carb form!

🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes - Cook Time: 15 minutes - Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Polish, Keto

Allergens

Dairy (Cream cheese, Heavy cream)

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 medium zucchinis 2. 1 cup sautéed mushrooms 3. 1/2 cup sautéed onions 4. 1 cup cream cheese, softened 5. 1/4 cup heavy cream 6. 2 cloves garlic, minced 7. Salt and pepper to taste 8. Fresh parsley for garnish 9. Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles using a spiralizer or a julienne peeler.
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté mushrooms and onions until tender and slightly caramelized. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese and heavy cream. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add minced garlic and stir well.
  4. Gently toss the zucchini noodles in the pan with the sautéed mushrooms and onions, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  5. Pour the creamy garlic sauce over the zucchini noodle mixture, gently folding it in to coat each strand of "pasta" evenly.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Enjoy your mouthwatering keto Polish snack!

Chef’s Insight

This recipe showcases how creative you can be with zucchini noodles, transforming them into an authentic Polish snack that fits a keto diet.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different fillings for your zucchini noodle pierogi. - Serve with a glass of keto-friendly wine or sparkling water for an authentic Polish dining experience.

Cultural or Historical Background

Pierogi are a popular traditional Polish dumpling filled with various ingredients such as fruit, cheese, potatoes, and sauerkraut. This recipe gives the classic pierogi a low-carb makeover using zucchini noodles instead of dough.