Lithuanian Plum Dumplings (Lietuviški slyvų koldūnai)

Lietuviški slyvų koldūnai, or Lithuanian Plum Dumplings, are a traditional Lithuanian dish typically enjoyed during the late summer and early autumn when plums are in season. These sweet and savory dumplings are a popular comfort food in Lithuania and are often served as a dessert or a main course.

Lithuanian Plum Dumplings (Lietuviški slyvų koldūnai)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12 ripe plums, pitted
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, and salt to form a dough.
  2. Divide the dough into small pieces and flatten each piece into a circle.
  3. Place a plum in the center of each dough circle and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
  4. Wrap the dough around the plum, sealing it completely.
  5. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and carefully drop the dumplings in.
  6. Cook for about 10-12 minutes or until the dumplings float to the surface.
  7. In a separate pan, melt the butter and add the bread crumbs. Cook until golden brown.
  8. Remove the dumplings from the water and roll them in the buttered bread crumbs.
  9. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large pot Large bowl Rolling pin Knife Slotted spoon

Tools

Potato masher Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Lietuviški slyvų koldūnai hot as a delightful dessert or a unique main course.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can also use other fruits such as apricots or strawberries instead of plums.

Cost

$10