Potato dumplings are an Eastern European dish. They're ideal for winter food when you need warming up and comfort food.
EditIngredients
- 2 eggs (egg replacer will also work, follow the instructions on the package)
- 2 cups of flour, + flour for rolling dough
- 1 tablespoon of salt, + extra 1/2 teaspoon salt for water
- 1.3-1.8kg, 3 1/2 to 4 lbs potatoes, boiled
- Large kettle of boiling water (for cooking the dumplings)
EditSteps
- Place the eggs, flour and tablespoon of salt into a mixing bowl. Stir in the mashed potatoes until combined and a dough is created.
- If you find the mashed potatoes are too moist, add some more flour.
- If you find the mashed potatoes are too moist, add some more flour.
- Take the dough out of the bowl and place on a floured board. Roll to an even thickness.
- Cut into about 12 to 15 dumplings.
- Pour the boiling water into the saucepan and place on high heat. Add the potato dumplings and boil for about 6-8 minutes.
- Drain the water and gently remove the dumplings. Serve either in a sauce or as they are with other accompaniments. They're fairly bland, so they are best served as part of a food such as a stew or added to soup.
- If serving as they are, add fresh chopped herbs and a little butter or oil to improve the taste.
- If serving as they are, add fresh chopped herbs and a little butter or oil to improve the taste.
EditThings You'll Need
- Potato masher
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden board
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