Pierogies do not get the attention they deserve in Oklahoma. Everyone talks about barbecue and chicken fried steak, but these pillowy pockets of dough stuffed with potato, cheese, sauerkraut, or meat have a loyal following that stretches back generations.
Ten hidden comfort food gems across the Sooner State have perfected the art of homemade pierogies, serving them up with generous dollops of sour cream and caramelized onions that make the wait feel like part of the experience.
The dough here is the real star, tender enough to yield to your fork but sturdy enough to hold its filling without falling apart. Some places boil their pierogies before pan frying them, creating a texture that is crispy on the outside and pillowy within…