Houskove Knedliky Bun Dumplings
Discover the heartwarming taste of traditional Czech cuisine with these Houskove Knedliky Bun Dumplings, a soft, pillowy delight that's perfect as a comforting side dish! These classic bread dumplings combine a tender yeast-based dough enriched with cubed stale bread rolls, creating a unique texture that's both light and satisfying. Prepared with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, milk, and butter, these dumplings are gently boiled to perfection, resulting in a fluffy interior that pairs beautifully with hearty stews, rich gravies, or roasted meats. With a balance of savory flavor and a touch of rustic charm, these Czech dumplings are an irresistible addition to your dinner table. Ready in just a couple of hours, they’re a must-try for anyone who loves exploring global comfort foods.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 250 milliliters Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 150 grams White bread rolls (stale, cubed)
- 1 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
In a small bowl, warm the milk slightly (lukewarm, not hot). Add the sugar and dry yeast to the milk, stir gently, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture, the egg, and the melted butter.
Mix the dough together with a wooden spoon or your hands until it begins to come together. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead in the cubed stale bread rolls, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Divide the dough into two equal-sized portions and shape each into a long, cylindrical loaf (about 8 inches long). Place them on a floured surface, cover with a towel, and let them rise again for 20 minutes.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully place one of the dumpling loaves into the water. Boil for 10 minutes, then use a slotted spoon to gently flip it over and boil for an additional 10 minutes on the other side. Repeat with the second loaf.
Remove the dumplings from the water and immediately pierce them several times with a fork to release steam and prevent them from becoming gummy inside.
Slice the dumplings into thick rounds using a serrated knife or a piece of thread for clean cuts. Serve warm as a side dish to stews like goulash or roast meats with gravy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 276 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 3391 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 475.0 g | 173% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.2 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 637 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 29.8 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 1326 mg | 28% | |
*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.
