Description
This traditional Norwegian Potato Dumplings recipe features soft, comforting dumplings made from mashed potatoes, flour, and egg. Boiled to perfection, these dumplings are a simple yet delicious side dish that pairs well with a variety of Norwegian meals or can be enjoyed on their own.
Ingredients
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Potato Dumplings
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups water (for boiling)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a bowl, thoroughly mix the mashed potatoes with the all-purpose flour, egg, and salt until a uniform dough forms. The mixture should be pliable enough to shape without crumbling.
- Shape the dumplings: Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each into a ball roughly the size of a golf ball, ensuring smooth surfaces for even cooking.
- Boil water: Fill a pot with 3 cups of water and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, preparing for the dumplings.
- Cook the dumplings: Gently drop the dumplings into the boiling water to avoid breaking them. Allow the dumplings to cook until they float to the top, indicating they are nearly done.
- Simmer further: Once floating, reduce the heat to low and simmer the dumplings for an additional 5 minutes to ensure they are cooked through.
- Serve: Carefully remove the dumplings from the water with a slotted spoon and serve hot as a side dish or main component of your meal.
Notes
- Use warm mashed potatoes for easier mixing.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- Boiling water slowly after adding dumplings prevents them from breaking apart.
- Serve with melted butter or a gravy to enhance flavor.
- These dumplings can also be frozen after shaping and boiled when needed.
