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TRADITIONAL CZECH CARLSBAD DUMPLINGS (KARLOVARSKE KNEDLIKY)

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Carlsbad Dumplings

Cultural Context

Originating from the spa town of Karlovy Vary, Carlsbad Dumplings are a beloved Czech dish traditionally served with rich sauces or meats. They symbolize comfort and home cooking, often enjoyed during family gatherings or special occasions. Today, they are a staple in Czech cuisine, with variations found in neighboring countries, showcasing the region's culinary heritage.

CzechCZside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 g bread rolls
2 egg yolks
pinch of nutmeg
fresh parsley
1 tsp salt
black pepper
egg whites
milk
100 g hard coarse flour

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: mashed potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

smoked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: cooked sausage

Grilled chicken is leaner and lower in fat.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with less fat.

1

Dice the bread rolls.

2

Separate 2 egg yolks.

3

Grind a pinch of nutmeg.

4

Cut fresh parsley.

5

Add 1 tsp of salt and black pepper.

6

Whip the egg whites.

7

Add yolks with milk to the diced pastry.

8

Mix in 100 g of hard coarse flour.

9

Add whipped egg whites and carefully mix all together.

10

Put the mixture on plastic wrap and form it into a log.

11

Wrap the log in tin foil.

12

Cook dumplings in boiling water for 25 minutes, turning them around after 12 minutes.

13

Unwrap the dumplings and serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixingkneading

Equipment Needed

plastic wraptin foil

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluteneggdairy

Also Known As

Karlovy Vary KnedlíkyCarlsbad Knedlíky

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