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German Liver Dumplings

Cultural Context

German liver dumplings, or Leberknödel, are a traditional dish originating from Bavaria and other regions in Germany. They are often served in broth or alongside sauerkraut, reflecting the hearty, rustic cuisine of the area. These dumplings showcase the use of liver, a common ingredient in German cooking, and are a testament to the resourcefulness of using all parts of the animal. Today, they are enjoyed in various forms across Germany and have found a place in international cuisine as well.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb young pork liver
1 medium onion
3 bread rolls
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup parsley
4 cups broth

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: pork liver

Chicken liver is leaner and more accessible, while pork liver is often less expensive.

bread rolls

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber, while stale bread can be used to reduce waste.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water can be used to bind without adding cost.

1

Cut the liver into strips and remove any membranes or veins.

2

Finely chop the liver with a knife or use a food processor to finely chop it.

3

Soak the bread rolls in beef broth and squeeze out excess liquid.

4

Add the soaked bread rolls to a bowl along with the chopped liver.

5

Add the egg, sautéed onions, finely chopped garlic, salt, and pepper to the mixture.

6

Mix everything together by hand until well combined.

7

Let the mixture rest for a bit to firm up.

8

Add some fresh parsley and mix again by hand.

9

Wet your hands and form small dumplings from the mixture, making them smooth and round.

10

Drop the dumplings into boiling water and let them cook gently for 5 minutes.

11

Remove the cooked dumplings and place them in a hot bowl.

12

Pour hot beef broth over the dumplings and garnish with fresh chives.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

skilletlarge bowlpotslotted spoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

LeberknödelLiver Knödel
Local Name: Leberknödel

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