Czech Potato Dumplings
Discover the timeless charm of Czech Potato Dumplings, a hearty and satisfying dish that brings traditional Eastern European comfort food to your table. Made with starchy potatoes, a blend of all-purpose and semolina flours, and a touch of salt, these pillowy dumplings boast a perfectly tender texture that pairs beautifully with rich gravies, roasted meats, or buttery sautéed vegetables. This recipe highlights simple yet classic techniques, such as ricing the potatoes for a smooth, lump-free dough and gently simmering the dumpling logs to achieve their light, fluffy consistency. Ready in under an hour, these versatile dumplings are perfect as a side dish or even as a centerpiece for showcasing your favorite savory toppings. Whether you're recreating a nostalgic family meal or exploring authentic Czech cuisine for the first time, these potato dumplings promise to be an irresistible addition to your culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds starchy potatoes (Russet or similar)
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups semolina flour
- 1 piece egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 quarts water (for boiling)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks.
Place the potato chunks into a pot, cover with water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes completely and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, press the potatoes through a potato ricer or mash them until smooth. Avoid leaving any lumps.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, semolina flour, egg, and salt. Mix until a soft and slightly sticky dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Divide the dough into 2-3 portions and roll each portion into a log shape, roughly 2 inches in diameter.
Bring 4 quarts of water to a gentle boil in a large pot, adding a pinch of salt.
Carefully place the dumpling logs into the boiling water. Reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning the dumplings occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the dumplings from the water and place them on a cutting board. Let them cool for a couple of minutes.
Slice the dumplings into 1/2-inch thick rounds using a serrated knife or thread. Serve immediately as a side dish or topped with your favorite sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 515 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1005 mg | 21% | |
*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.
