Slovak Halušky with Bryndza (Bryndzové halušky)

Bryndzové halušky is a traditional Slovak dish made of potato dumplings served with a special sheep cheese called bryndza. This hearty and flavorful meal is a staple in Central European cuisine.

Slovak Halušky with Bryndza (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
  • 4 slices of bacon, diced

Instructions

  1. Combine the grated potatoes, flour, egg, and salt to form a dough.
  2. Shape the dough into small dumplings and cook them in boiling water until they float to the surface.
  3. Meanwhile, crumble the bryndza cheese and set aside.
  4. In a pan, fry the diced bacon until crispy.
  5. Drain the cooked dumplings and mix them with the crumbled bryndza cheese.
  6. Serve the bryndzové halušky topped with crispy bacon.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Carbohydrates
55g
Protein
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Frying pan

Tools

Grater Mixing bowl Spatula

Serving suggestions

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

Tips & tricks

For an authentic taste, try to find bryndza cheese at a specialty European grocery store. If unavailable, you can substitute it with feta cheese mixed with sour cream.

Cost

$10