The Mediterranean Food Scene ~ How to Make the Best Plum Dumplings

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

plums

🥗Healthier: apricots

💰Cheaper: peaches

Apricots and peaches can provide a similar taste profile.

Boil the potatoes until fork-tender, then mash them.

Mix the mashed potatoes with flour, egg, and salt to form a dough.

Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each piece.

Place a pitted plum in the center of each piece of dough.

Wrap the dough around the plum and seal tightly.

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.

Carefully add the dumplings to the boiling water and cook until they float, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon and let drain.

In a skillet, heat oil and melt butter (if using), then toast the bread crumbs until golden brown.

Roll the dumplings in the toasted bread crumbs before serving.

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