Slovak Bryndzové Halušky (Bryndzové halušky)

Bryndzové halušky is a traditional Slovak dish made of potato dumplings served with a special sheep cheese called bryndza and topped with crispy bacon. It's a hearty and delicious meal that is popular throughout Slovakia.

Slovak Bryndzové Halušky (Bryndzové halušky)

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 lb bryndza cheese
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes, flour, egg, and salt to form a dough.
  2. Divide the dough into small portions and shape them into dumplings.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the dumplings until they float to the surface, then remove them with a slotted spoon.
  4. Crumble the bryndza cheese over the cooked dumplings.
  5. In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy, then sprinkle it over the cheese and dumplings.
  6. Serve the bryndzové halušky with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
20g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Slotted spoon Skillet Large pot

Tools

Grater

Serving suggestions

Serve the bryndzové halušky with a side of pickles or sauerkraut for a complete Slovak meal.

Tips & tricks

For an authentic taste, try to find bryndza cheese at specialty European grocery stores or substitute with feta cheese.

Cost

$10