Slovak Halušky with Cabbage (Halušky s kapustou)

Halušky s kapustou, or Slovak Halušky with Cabbage, is a traditional Central European dish that combines soft potato dumplings with sautéed cabbage and crispy bacon. This hearty and comforting meal is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends.

Gluten Free Main Course Central European Slovak Cuisine Potato Dumplings Cabbage Comfort Food
Slovak Halušky with Cabbage (Halušky s kapustou)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 head of cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 6 slices of bacon, chopped
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes, flour, egg, milk, and salt to form a dough.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  3. Using a spaetzle maker or a colander with large holes, press the dough through the holes directly into the boiling water to form small dumplings. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the halušky float to the surface, then remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pan.
  5. Add the butter to the skillet with the bacon fat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  6. Add the thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet and cook until it is tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Return the cooked halušky and crispy bacon to the skillet with the cabbage. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and toss everything together until well combined.
  8. Serve the halušky s kapustou hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Spaetzle maker or colander Slotted spoon Large pot Large skillet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Grater Spatula

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Halušky s kapustou pairs well with a crisp green salad and a glass of Czech lager or Slovak white wine.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable oil instead of bacon fat for sautéing the cabbage.

Cost

$15