Silesian Plum Dumplings (Knedle śląskie)
Knedle śląskie, or Silesian Plum Dumplings, are a traditional dish from the Silesian region of Poland. These delicious dumplings are made with a potato dough and filled with juicy plums, creating a sweet and savory treat that is perfect for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- Pinch of salt
- 12 plums, pitted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, flour, egg, and salt to form a dough.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and flatten each piece into a small round disc.
- Place a plum in the center of each disc and sprinkle with a mixture of sugar and cinnamon.
- Wrap the dough around the plum, sealing it completely.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and carefully drop the dumplings in.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the dumplings float to the surface.
- Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and roll them in the bread crumbs.
- Serve the knedle śląskie warm, sprinkled with extra sugar and cinnamon if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Large bowl Slotted spoon Pot
Tools
Rolling pin
Serving suggestions
Serve the knedle śląskie with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to seal the dough completely around the plums to prevent any juice from leaking out during cooking.
Cost
$10