Semmelknödel Symphony
Semmelknödel, or bread dumplings, are a traditional Austrian dish that is perfect for soaking up rich sauces and gravies. This Semmelknödel Symphony recipe will guide you through creating these delicious dumplings from scratch.
Ingredients
- 6 cups stale bread cubes
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a large bowl, soak the bread cubes in milk for 10 minutes.
- After soaking, squeeze out excess milk from the bread and place it in a clean bowl.
- Add eggs, parsley, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the bread mixture. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized dumplings and roll them in flour.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the dumplings for 15 minutes.
- Once cooked, remove the dumplings and sauté them in butter until golden brown.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Large bowl Clean bowl Large pot
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Semmelknödel with a rich mushroom gravy and a side of sautéed greens for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For best results, use stale bread for a firmer texture in the dumplings.
Cost
$8