Vegetarian Bread Knödel
These traditional German bread dumplings are a hearty and satisfying side dish, perfect for soaking up rich gravies or stews. Made from stale bread, milk, and eggs, they are surprisingly simple to prepare and offer a wonderfully comforting texture. This recipe yields light and flavorful knödel that will complement any meal.
Alkuperäinen resepti: Forkin
- Kokonaisaika
- 1 t
- Annoksia
- 4
- Vaikeustaso
- Keskitaso
- Annosta kohti
- 309 kcal
Allergeenitiedot: saattaa sisältää seuraavia: kananmunat, gluteeni ja maito. Tarkista aina ainesosien pakkaukset, jos sinulla on allergia.
Esivalmistelut
Ainesosat
- 250 gstale bread roll, cut into 1 cm cubes
- 240 mlmilk, warmed
- 2 kpllarge egg
- 80 gyellow onion, finely diced
- 15 gfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 15 gunsalted butter
- 30 gall-purpose flour
- 0,5 tlsalt
- 0,25 tlblack pepper, freshly ground
Välineet
small pan · slotted spoon · large bowl · large pot
Valmistusohje
Vaihe vaiheelta
- 1
Place the cubed stale bread into a large bowl.
Noin 1 min
- 2
Warm the milk gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until it is lukewarm, but not hot.
Noin 2 min
- 3
Pour the warm milk over the bread cubes and let them soak for 10-15 minutes, allowing the bread to soften completely.
Noin 15 min
Kokin vinkki: Ensure the bread is fully saturated for a smooth knödel texture.
- 4
While the bread is soaking, melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat.
Noin 1 min
- 5
Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté until translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Noin 7 min
Kokin vinkki: Do not brown the onions; just soften them.
- 6
Add the chopped parsley to the softened onions and cook for another minute.
Noin 1 min
- 7
Add the sautéed onion and parsley mixture to the bowl with the soaked bread.
Noin 1 min
- 8
Crack the eggs into the bowl, then add the flour, salt, and pepper.
Noin 1 min
- 9
Gently mix all ingredients together by hand until just combined. Avoid overmixing, which can make the knödel tough.
Noin 2 min
Kokin vinkki: The mixture should be moist but firm enough to form into balls. If too wet, add a little more flour; if too dry, add a splash more milk.
- 10
Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle simmer (not a rolling boil).
Noin 5 min
Kokin vinkki: A gentle simmer prevents the knödel from breaking apart.
- 11
With wet hands, form the mixture into 8-10 uniform balls, about 5-6 cm in diameter.
Noin 5 min
Kokin vinkki: Wetting your hands prevents the mixture from sticking.
- 12
Carefully lower the knödel into the simmering water.
Noin 1 min
Kokin vinkki: Do not overcrowd the pot; cook in batches if necessary.
- 13
Simmer the knödel for 15-20 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are cooked through. You can test one by cutting it open to ensure it's cooked in the center.
Noin 20 min
- 14
Remove the cooked knödel with a slotted spoon and drain them well.
Noin 1 min
- 15
Serve immediately as a side dish with gravy, roasted meats, or vegetable stews.
Annosta kohti
Ravintoarvot
- Kalorit
- 309,2kcal
- Proteiini
- 12,1g
- Hiilihydraatit
- 46,8g
- Rasva
- 8,9g
- Kuitu
- 2,4g
- Sokeri
- 6,8g
Arvio perustuu reseptin ainesosamääriin. Arvot voivat vaihdella tuotemerkkien ja korvaavien ainesosien mukaan.
Säilytä hyvänä
Store leftover knödel in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in simmering water for a few minutes or slice and pan-fry until golden brown.