Maultaschen German Meat Filled Pasta Dumplings
Discover the heartwarming flavors of Maultaschen, traditional German meat-filled pasta dumplings that bring Bavarian comfort food to your table. These generously stuffed parcels are made with tender homemade dough, encasing a savory filling of ground beef, pork, spinach, sautéed onions, and aromatic spices like nutmeg and parsley. Perfectly sealed and cooked until tender, Maultaschen can be enjoyed in a warm broth, pan-fried for crisp edges, or drizzled with melted butter and fresh herbs. With its balance of hearty flavors and silky pasta, this authentic recipe offers a true taste of Germany, perfect for family feasts or cozy dinner nights. Create your own elevated home-cooked meal with this versatile and time-honored dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g All-purpose flour
- 4 Eggs
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 250 g Ground beef
- 250 g Ground pork
- 200 g Cooked spinach (chopped and well-drained)
- 1 Onion (finely chopped and sautéed)
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 4 tbsp Milk
- 3 tbsp Parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 pinch Nutmeg (freshly grated)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and water. Mix until the dough starts to come together.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped spinach, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, milk, parsley, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
Divide the rested dough into 4 equal portions. Roll out each portion thinly on a floured surface, aiming for a thickness of about 1-2 mm.
Cut the rolled-out dough into rectangles roughly 4x6 inches in size.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the center of each rectangle. Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise and pinch the edges securely to seal the dumplings.
To ensure a tight seal, press the edges with the tines of a fork or crimp them decoratively.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully add the Maultaschen and cook for about 12-15 minutes until they float to the top.
Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve as desired: in broth, pan-fried with onions, or simply with melted butter and herbs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.0 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.3 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1140 mg | 380% | |
| Sodium | 7113 mg | 309% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 407.5 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 196.4 g | 393% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 40.9 mg | 227% | |
| Potassium | 2595 mg | 55% | |
*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.
