Swabian Maultaschen German everyday cooking Recipe littleGasthaus

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Lean turkey reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Frozen spinach is often more economical and convenient.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: dried parsley

💰Cheaper: no parsley

Dried parsley can be a cost-effective substitute.

Heat water in a pot until boiling.

In a bowl, combine 350 g flour, 5 eggs, and a pinch of salt to form a dough.

Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare the filling by mixing 350 g ground meat (half beef, half pork), 250 g spinach (slightly frozen), chopped onions, parsley, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Cut the rested dough into squares, about 10 cm by 10 cm.

Use a fork to seal the edges of the dough after placing a spoonful of filling in the center.

Add a little water to the edges to help seal.

Gently place the Maultaschen into the boiling water, ensuring no air pockets are inside.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.

Cook the Maultaschen until they float to the surface, indicating they are done.

Fry some onions in drippings until golden brown to serve with the Maultaschen.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens