Polish Kopytkami Potato Dumplings

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

Delectable Polish Kopytkami Potato Dumplings recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

430

Sugar

Fat

Kopytkami Potato Dumplings are a traditional Polish dish that is typically made with cooked and mashed potatoes combined with flour to create a smooth and lightly textured dough. These dumplings are then boiled and fried until golden brown for added flavor and texture. Served commonly as a side dish or main course with meat or cabbage salad, it is a hearty and nourishing meal that is well-liked in Poland.

Instructions

1.	Boil the unpeeled potatoes in a large pot with salted water until soft.
2.	While still hot, peel and mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
3.	Add salt and eggs to the mashed potatoes and mix until well combined.
4.	Gradually add flour to the potato mixture with continuous mixing until it forms a dough.
5.	Divide the dough onto a floured surface and roll into cylinders.
6.	Cut cylinders into 1-inch pieces and shape them into flattened dumplings.
7.	In another pot, cook the flattened dumplings in boiling salted water for about 10 minutes until they rise to the surface.
8.	Take the cooked dumplings out of the pot with a slotted spoon and fry in a pan with cooked bacon pieces until golden brown.

PROS

Polish Kopytkami Potato Dumplings are a satisfying comfort food that is easy to prepare and budget-friendly.

They pair well with a variety of dishes and can be enjoyed as a main or side.

CONS

These dumplings are high in carbohydrates, which can be a concern for those on a low-carb diet.

They are also not recommended for individuals with gluten intolerance as they contain all-purpose flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in carbohydrates, potatoes provide essential nutrients such as potassium, vitamin C, and dietary fiber.
The bacon used in this recipe, although high in saturated fat, contains protein and other important nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12.

	5 russet potatoes
	1 -3 teaspoon salt
	2 eggs
	1 -2 cup all-purpose flour
	4 -5 slices bacon