Description
German Potato Dumplings are a quintessential side dish made from starchy potatoes, all-purpose flour, and an egg, resulting in soft, pillowy dumplings that pair well with various savory sauces and gravies.
Ingredients
- 2 pound Russet potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
Instructions
1. Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water until tender and easily mashed.
2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly before mashing until smooth.
3. Allow the mashed potatoes to cool completely.
4. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, egg, and any desired seasonings.
5. Mix gently until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
6. With lightly floured hands, form the dough into small balls.
7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer and add the dumplings.
8. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
9. Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve warm.
Notes
German Potato Dumplings are traditionally served as a side dish and pair well with gravies or sautéed onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg