Swedish Dumplings
Experience the heartwarming flavors of Swedish cuisine with these irresistible Swedish Dumplings, a delightful combination of tender potato dough and a savory bacon-onion filling. Perfectly golden and soft, these dumplings are infused with a hint of allspice for that authentic Nordic flair. This comforting dish is easy to prepare in your own kitchen, using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like mashed potatoes, all-purpose flour, and eggs. The crispy bacon and caramelized onion filling provide a rich, smoky contrast to the delicate dough, while the optional addition of lingonberry jam offers a sweet-tart twist that elevates each bite. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for four servings, these dumplings are ideal for a cozy family dinner or as a unique centerpiece for a traditional Scandinavian feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg Potatoes
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 1 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Salt
- 150 g Bacon
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 0.25 tsp Ground allspice
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter
- Lingonberry jam (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Peel and boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
Mash the potatoes until smooth, then let them cool completely to room temperature.
Meanwhile, prepare the filling by finely chopping the bacon and the yellow onion.
Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and onion, and cook until the bacon is crispy and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the ground allspice and black pepper. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool.
Once the mashed potatoes are completely cool, add the flour, egg, and salt to the potatoes. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disk, place a spoonful of the bacon-onion filling in the center, and carefully fold the dough around the filling to seal it, rolling it gently into a ball.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the water, a few at a time, being careful not to overcrowd the pot.
Cook the dumplings for about 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the water and set aside on a plate.
Serve the Swedish Dumplings warm, optionally garnished with lingonberry jam on the side for a touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.6 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.6 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 5185 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.2 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.8 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 109.4 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 27.2 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 9027 mg | 192% | |
*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.
