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Liver Dumplings Soup

Cultural Context

Liver Dumplings Soup, or Leberknödelsuppe, is a traditional dish from Germany, particularly popular in Bavaria. This hearty soup showcases the use of liver, a common ingredient in German cuisine, often enjoyed during festive occasions. The dish reflects the resourcefulness of using all parts of the animal, and it embodies comfort food for many families. Today, variations can be found across Germany and in neighboring countries, with some recipes incorporating different herbs or spices, showcasing regional preferences.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb liver
4 cups bread rolls (cubed)
1 medium onion
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
1 large egg
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 cups beef broth
2 medium carrots (chopped)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

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

liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken liver is leaner, while ground beef is more affordable.

bread rolls

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber, while stale bread reduces waste.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while homemade broth can be made at a lower cost.

1

Prepare the dumpling mixture by finely chopping liver, bread rolls, and onion.

2

Sauté the onion in butter until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Combine liver, sautéed onion, chopped parsley, egg, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a bowl.

4

Mix until well combined and let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.

5

Bring beef broth to a simmer in a large pot.

6

Form the dumpling mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

7

Carefully drop the dumplings into the simmering broth.

8

Cook the dumplings for 15-20 minutes, until they float to the surface.

9

Add chopped carrots, celery, bay leaves, and thyme to the broth.

10

Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

11

Remove the bay leaves and thyme before serving.

12

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potmixing bowlknifecutting boardsauté pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Leberknödelsuppe
Local Name: Leberknödelsuppe

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