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Tyrolean Speck Dumplings

Hearty Tyrolean Speck Dumplings for Cozy Family Meals

Savor the comforting taste of Tyrolean Speck Dumplings, a hearty dish perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tyrolean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dumpling Base
  • 4 cups Alte Semmeln (old bread rolls) Use day-old bread for the best texture.
  • 200 grams Tiroler Speck (Tyrolean bacon) Provides a rich flavor.
  • 1 medium Zwiebel (onion) Sauté until golden.
For Binding and Flavor
  • 1 cup Milch (milk) Use whole milk or a non-dairy alternative.
  • 2 large Eier (eggs) Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 cup Petersilie (parsley) Chopped; can substitute with chives.
  • 1 teaspoon Salz (salt) Adjust based on bacon saltiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Pfeffer (pepper) Freshly ground black pepper.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Muskatnuss (nutmeg) Use freshly grated for best aroma.
For the Binding Agent
  • 1 cup Mehl (flour) Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Slotted spoon
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the old bread rolls into small cubes; about half-inch pieces work best.
  2. Heat a skillet and cook chopped Tyrolean bacon for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  3. Add diced onions to the skillet and sauté until translucent and lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour the bacon and onion mixture over the bread cubes in the mixing bowl.
  5. Finely chop fresh parsley and add it to the bread mixture, folding gently.
  6. Warm the milk slightly in a saucepan and pour it over the bread mixture.
  7. Crack the eggs into the bowl, add salt, pepper, and nutmeg, then stir gently until combined.
  8. Allow the mixture to rest for about 10 minutes at room temperature.
  9. Wet your hands and shape the mixture into uniform balls, about the size of a golf ball.
  10. Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer and add dumplings.
  11. Cook dumplings for about 15 minutes, until they float to the surface.
  12. Using a slotted spoon, gently remove dumplings and let them drain before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2dumplingsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use stale bread for the best texture and avoid overmixing the ingredients to keep the dumplings fluffy.

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