Swedish dumplings, known as "Kroppkakor" in Swedish, are a delectable and traditional dish that holds a special place in Swedish cuisine. These soft and flavorful dumplings are a true culinary delight, often served as a main course or as a side dish. Made with a combination of mashed potatoes, flour, and a variety of fillings, Swedish dumplings are a versatile and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are a seasoned cook looking to explore new flavors or a beginner seeking a simple and delicious recipe, this article will guide you through the process of creating the ultimate Swedish dumplings.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
KROPPKAKOR - SWEDISH POTATO DUMPLINGS
A big favorite of my Swedish-raised husband. This reminds him of his grandma's kitchen every time. Serve hot with butter. These are great as leftovers, sliced and fried, served with a fried egg.
Provided by Adelina Dudda
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fry salt pork with onion in a skillet until the salt pork is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Drain fat and set salt pork and onion mixture aside.
- Mix mashed potatoes, egg, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg together in a bowl; stir 1 cup flour into potato mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup flour onto a work surface and turn the dough out onto the flour. Knead the flour on the work surface into the dough.
- Cut dough into 12 equal pieces and roll into balls, dusting your hands and sprinkling work surface with remaining 1/2 cup flour. Press your thumb into each dumpling to make an indentation, and fill with a small amount of salt pork-onion mixture. Pinch the dumplings closed and roll in flour.
- Bring water to a boil in a large pot. If desired, replace half the water with beef broth. Drop dumplings into the boiling water and broth and reduce heat to low. Simmer until cooked through, about 25 minutes. Drain and transfer to a serving bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 24.2 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 868.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SWEDISH DUMPLINGS
A delicious meal-stretcher from the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947
Provided by Molly53
Categories Lactose Free
Time 40m
Yield 24 dumplings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sift dry ingredients together.
- Cut in 2 tablespoons fat; add grated onion.
- Add eggs to water and mix thoroughly; stir into first mixture.
- Drop by tablespoons into 2 quarts of boiling water to which 1 teaspoon salt has been added; cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
- Drain well in colander.
- Place remaining fat in frying pan; when melted, add dumplings and cook until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 166.6, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.1
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your dumplings.
- Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough. Mix it just until it comes together.
- Let the dough rest: Letting the dough rest for at least 30 minutes will help it to become more elastic and easier to work with.
- Boil the dumplings in plenty of water: The dumplings should be able to float freely in the water. If they are too crowded, they will stick together.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When frying the dumplings, don't crowd them in the pan. They should have enough space to brown evenly.
- Serve the dumplings hot: Dumplings are best served hot, straight out of the pan or steamer.
Conclusion:
Swedish dumplings are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They can be boiled, fried, or steamed, and they can be filled with a variety of different ingredients. Whether you are looking for a hearty main course or a light snack, Swedish dumplings are sure to please. So next time you are in the mood for something different, give these recipes a try!
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