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Easiest way to cook "Kärntner Kasnudel" Carinthian Cheese Noodles.

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Kärntner Kasnudel

Cultural Context

Kärntner Kasnudel, originating from the Carinthia region of Austria, is a traditional cheese dumpling that reflects the area's agricultural heritage. These dumplings are often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, showcasing the use of local ingredients like quark cheese and potatoes. Today, they are celebrated not only in Austria but have also gained popularity in neighboring countries, where variations may include different fillings or sauces.

AustrianATmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 kilo flour
1 kilo potatoes
750 grams curd cheese
1 egg
salt
a handful mint
150 grams butter
a handful chives
1 tablespoon oil
water as needed
pork rumble for seasoning

quark cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still being creamy.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthier fats while margarine is often cheaper.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar tanginess with fewer calories.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while all-purpose flour is more economical.

1

Go to the garden to get chives for the dish.

2

In a mixing bowl, add salt to the flour, followed by 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of oil.

3

Add lukewarm water and mix everything together to form a dough.

4

Knead the dough and add more flour if it's too wet.

5

Let the dough rest while preparing the filling.

6

Cook the potatoes in boiling water for 20 minutes.

7

After cooking, cool down the potatoes, peel them, and press them.

8

In a bowl, add the pressed potatoes to the filling mixture of 750 grams curd cheese, chopped chives, and crumbled dried mint; mix everything together.

9

Sprinkle flour on a board to prevent sticking and roll out the dough with a rolling pin.

10

Cut the rolled dough into circles and fill each with the potato and cheese mixture, folding them to form half-moon shapes.

11

Boil water with oil and salt, then add the filled dumplings to the boiling water.

12

Cook the dumplings for 20 minutes until they float, indicating they are cooked.

13

Melt butter in a pan to pour over the cooked dumplings before serving.

14

Serve the dumplings topped with melted butter and pork rumble.

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Kärntner NudelKärntner Cheese Dumplings

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