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German Potato Dumplings Recipe

German Potato Dumplings Recipe
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Traditional German Potato Dumplings are a comforting and versatile side dish made with starchy potatoes, flour, and egg, resulting in soft, fluffy dumplings perfect for pairing with sauces or roasted meats. This recipe highlights simple ingredients and easy preparation steps to create authentic dumplings that float to the top when cooked, signaling their perfect texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs starchy potatoes (such as Russets)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • Salt, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ tsp nutmeg or ¼ tsp onion powder

Instructions

  1. Boil Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and boil for about 20 minutes or until they are fork-tender. This ensures they are cooked through and ready to mash.
  2. Mash Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes and allow them to cool slightly. Then mash them until smooth to create a consistent texture for the dough.
  3. Mix Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with flour, egg, and salt. If desired, add nutmeg or onion powder to enhance the flavor. Mix until a soft dough forms, making sure all ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Shape Dumplings: Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a ball approximately the size of a golf ball. This size ensures even cooking and a pleasant bite.
  5. Cook Dumplings: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water. They will float to the surface once cooked, which takes about 2 to 4 minutes. Remove them with a slotted spoon carefully.
  6. Serve: Serve the dumplings hot with your favorite sauce or alongside roasted meats to enjoy a traditional German meal experience.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Russets for fluffier dumplings.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep dumplings light.
  • If dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour but avoid adding too much to keep dumplings soft.
  • The addition of nutmeg or onion powder is optional but adds a subtle depth of flavor.
  • Cook dumplings in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pot.

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Keywords: German potato dumplings, Kartoffelklöße, starchy potatoes, traditional German side dish, boiled potato dumplings, authentic German recipe

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