Eesti Stiilis Kanasupp Pelmeenidega (estonian-style Chicken Soup With Dumplings)
Eesti stiilis kanasupp pelmeenidega, or Estonian-style Chicken Soup with Dumplings, is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for cold weather. This traditional Estonian recipe features tender chicken, flavorful broth, and pillowy dumplings that will warm you from the inside out.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the chicken pieces, onion, carrots, celery, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the soup is simmering, prepare the dumplings. In a bowl, mix the flour, eggs, and a pinch of salt until a dough forms. Roll the dough into small balls.
- Add the dumplings to the simmering soup and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Bowl Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon
Tools
Rolling pin (for dumplings)
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Estonian-style Chicken Soup with Dumplings with a side of crusty bread and a dollop of sour cream for an authentic Estonian experience.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a bay leaf and some fresh dill to the soup while it simmers.
Cost
$15