Haluska Hungarian Potato Dumplings with Cottage Cheese
Discover the comforting flavors of Eastern Europe with Haluska, traditional Hungarian potato dumplings tossed with creamy cottage cheese and caramelized onions. This rustic dish is a celebration of hearty, homemade goodness, starting with grated potatoes transformed into delicate dumplings that cook up light and tender. A golden sauté of butter and onions adds a savory depth, while the creamy tang of cottage cheese ties everything together in perfect harmony. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is a satisfying meal on its own or a delightful side dish. Perfect for family dinners or exploring Hungarian cuisine, Haluska is a rich, flavorful classic that brings old-world charm to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium-sized Potatoes
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 cups Cottage cheese
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 large Onion
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and grate them finely using a box grater. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel and wring out the excess moisture.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, flour, egg, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Add a little more flour if necessary to make the dough come together.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Using a haluska board (or a spoon), drop small portions of the dough into the boiling water. Cook the dumplings in batches until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove them with a slotted spoon and set aside in a bowl.
Peel and finely dice the onion. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until golden brown and caramelized, about 8 minutes.
Add the cooked potato dumplings to the skillet with the onions. Toss to coat the dumplings with the buttery onions.
Transfer the dumplings and onions to a large serving bowl. Stir in the cottage cheese and mix gently until evenly distributed. Season with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve warm and enjoy this comforting Hungarian classic.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 4919 mg | 214% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 371.8 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.2 g | ||
| Protein | 81.0 g | 162% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 427 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 4163 mg | 89% | |
*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.
