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Šaltanosiai -- Lithuanian Blueberries Dumplings

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Šaltanosiai

Cultural Context

Originating from Lithuania, Šaltanosiai, or Cold Beet Soup, is a refreshing dish traditionally enjoyed during the hot summer months. It showcases the vibrant colors and flavors of beets, often served with hard-boiled eggs and potatoes, making it a beloved staple in Lithuanian cuisine. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond its borders, celebrated for its unique taste and health benefits.

LithuanianLTmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500 mL flour
1 egg
water (as needed)
350 g blueberries
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
sour cream (to taste)
salt (for boiling water)

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt lowers fat content while still providing tang.

1

Make the filling by mixing blueberries with 3 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla sugar, then set aside.

2

In a bowl, combine 500 mL of flour and a pinch of salt, then add 1 egg.

3

Stir the mixture and gradually add water until a pliable dough is formed.

4

Wrap the dough and let it sit for 1 hour.

5

After resting, roll out the dough and cut it into circles.

6

Boil water and add salt, then drop the dumplings into the boiling water.

7

Cook the dumplings for about 5-7 minutes until done, then scoop them out with a slotted spoon.

8

Serve the dumplings with sour cream on top and garnish with leftover blueberries.

Cooking Techniques

boilinggratingmixingchilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlforkdrinking glassslotted spoonbasket

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cold Beet SoupŠaltibarščiai

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