Svenska Kroppkakor (swedish Potato Dumplings)

Svenska Kroppkakor, or Swedish Potato Dumplings, are a traditional Swedish dish that is both hearty and delicious. These dumplings are made with a combination of potatoes and flour, filled with a savory mixture of pork and onions, and then boiled to perfection. They are often served with lingonberry jam and a dollop of sour cream, making for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Svenska Kroppkakor (swedish Potato Dumplings)

Ingredients

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and grated
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • Lingonberry jam and sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the grated potatoes, flour, salt, and white pepper to form a dough.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the ground pork and chopped onion to make the filling.
  3. Take a small portion of the potato dough, flatten it in your hand, and place a spoonful of the pork filling in the center.
  4. Wrap the dough around the filling to form a ball, then gently flatten it to create a dumpling shape.
  5. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then carefully add the dumplings and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
  6. Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve hot with lingonberry jam and a dollop of sour cream.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
12g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Knife Cutting board Large pot Slotted spoon

Tools

Grater

Serving suggestions

Svenska Kroppkakor are best served hot, accompanied by a side of lingonberry jam and a dollop of sour cream. They pair well with a simple salad or steamed vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, the pork filling can be substituted with a mixture of sautéed mushrooms, onions, and garlic.

Cost

$10