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.

Semmelknödel Symphony

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

  1. In a large bowl, soak the bread cubes in milk for 10 minutes.
  2. After soaking, squeeze out excess milk from the bread and place it in a clean bowl.
  3. Add eggs, parsley, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to the bread mixture. Mix well.
  4. Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized dumplings and roll them in flour.
  5. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the dumplings for 15 minutes.
  6. 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