Fluffy Little Clouds – Old Fashioned Dumplings for Stew

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 101
Fluffy Little Clouds - Old Fashioned Dumplings for Stew
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 ounces self raising flour
2 ounces shredded vegetable suet or 2 ounces grated frozen butter
cold water , to mix
salt
pepper
garlic granules ( optional )
dried herbs ( optional )
onion salt ( optional )
oregano ( optional )
chili powder ( optional )
chopped fresh herb ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
1g
Fat
14g
Fluffy, soft and satisfying, dumplings are a comforting addition to hearty stews and soups. This classic recipe for old fashioned dumplings is easy to make from scratch and will add a touch of nostalgia to your meal. The key to making the perfect dumplings is to use self raising flour and either grated frozen butter or shredded vegetable suet, which help create a light and fluffy texture. Seasoned with herbs and spices, these little clouds of goodness will soak up all the delicious flavors of the stew or soup, making for a filling and satisfying meal on a cold day. It's time to warm up the kitchen and enjoy the comfort of homemade dumplings!

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, combine flour, suet or grated frozen butter, salt, pepper and any optional seasonings like garlic granules, dried herbs, onion salt, oregano or chili powder.
2.Slowly add cold water to the mixture, while stirring with a fork until it forms a thick dough.
3.Divide the dough into small portions and shape into balls about the size of a ping-pong ball.
4.Drop the dumplings into a simmering stew or soup and cover the pot with a lid.
5.Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the dumplings are fully cooked and fluffy.
6.Serve hot and enjoy the fluffy little clouds of goodness!

PROS

Easy to prepare and cook, adds a unique texture to stews and soups, perfect for cold weather

CONS

May be too heavy for some, high in calories and fat

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dumplings made with vegetable suet may have a slightly lower calorie and fat content than those made with butter. However, they are not particularly nutritious and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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