Hungarian Dumplings
Soft, tender dumplings made with potato and egg, perfect as a side or with stew. A simple Hungarian classic.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 8g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
Step 2
Peel and mash potatoes until smooth. Let cool completely.
Step 3
In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, flour, eggs, and salt until a soft dough forms. Add water if too dry.
Step 4
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 5
Drop teaspoon-sized dumplings into boiling water. Cook until they float, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Remove with a slotted spoon. Toss with butter and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- colander
- potato masher
- mixing bowl
- slotted spoon
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