Knödel
Knödel, or German dumplings, are a hearty comfort food that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. This recipe uses potatoes and flour to create a soft, fluffy dumpling that's perfect for soaking up gravy or sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg - 1/2 teaspoon, grated
- Eggs - 2
- All-purpose flour - 200 g
- Potatoes - 1 kg, peeled and quartered
Let's Get Started
- Boil the potatoes until they are soft, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- Mash the potatoes until they are smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, eggs, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook until they float to the top, about 5 minutes.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the dumplings and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the dumplings warm, with gravy or sauce if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 1g
- Carbs: 52g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 1g
