Bread Dumplings Houskove Knedliky
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Czech cuisine with Bread Dumplings (Houskové Knedlíky), a classic and comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with rich gravies, hearty stews, or succulent roasts. These pillowy-soft cylindrical dumplings are crafted from a blend of all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, and cubed dry bread, resulting in a delightful texture that soaks up sauces beautifully. Gently simmered to perfection, then sliced into tender, airy rounds, they're an essential component of any traditional Czech meal. With a short prep time and straightforward technique, this recipe will inspire you to recreate authentic European flavors in your own kitchen. Perfect for serving alongside dishes like beef goulash or roasted pork with sauerkraut, Houskové Knedlíky is a must-try recipe for lovers of global comfort foods!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 150 grams dry bread, cubed
- 250 milliliters milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and gradually add the milk, mixing until smooth.
Pour the liquid mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the cubed dry bread pieces, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Shape the dough into two cylinder-shaped rolls, about 6–8 inches long and 3 inches in diameter.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully place the dumplings into the boiling water, ensuring there's enough space for them to float freely.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the dumplings for 20–25 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Remove the dumplings from the water with a slotted spoon and place them on a cutting board. Let them cool slightly for a few minutes.
Use a sharp knife or a piece of thread to slice the dumplings into ¾-inch thick pieces. Serve warm as a side dish to accompany roast meats, stews, or goulash.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 395 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 4060 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 496.8 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 546 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 1276 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
