Bayerische Kartoffelknödel
Bavarian potato dumplings combine dry riced potatoes with potato starch and often hide toasted bread cubes at the center.
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- 1
Boil the potatoes in their skins, peel, rice, and spread out to steam dry completely.
- 2
Brown the bread cubes in butter and cool.
- 3
Mix potatoes with starch, yolk, salt, and nutmeg only until a smooth, nonsticky dough forms.
- 4
Shape damp-handed dumplings around a few toasted bread cubes.
- 5
Poach in barely simmering salted water for 15 to 20 minutes; never let the water boil hard.
- 6
Lift out when firm and serve at once.
Cook notes
Tips
Dry potatoes prevent gummy dumplings.
Test-poach one dumpling and add starch only if it breaks.
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Helpful notes
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Storage Tips
- Store leftover Kartoffelknödel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat dumplings by simmering them briefly in water before serving.
What to Serve With
- Sauerbraten
- Rinderrouladen
- Roast pork gravy
Common Mistakes
- Dry potatoes prevent gummy dumplings.
- Test-poach one dumpling and add starch only if it breaks.
Recipe FAQ
What defines Bayerische Kartoffelknödel?
Bavarian potato dumplings combine dry riced potatoes with potato starch and often hide toasted bread cubes at the center.
What should I avoid when making Bayerische Kartoffelknödel?
Dry potatoes prevent gummy dumplings.
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