Germany Schupfnudeln (Potato Dumplings)
Schupfnudeln, aren’t really noodles as the name suggests but handmade potato dumplings shaped like fingers. Similar to Italian gnocchi, they are a classic German comfort food that is common especially in southwestern parts of the country. Often served with applesauce, schupfnudeln make a delicious complement to any kind of meat or cabbage dishes.
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
45 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500 g) russet potatoes, peeled, cubed, and boiled
- 2 eggs
- 3 Tbsp (23 g) all-purpose flour
- 3 Tbsp (23 g) cornstarch
- ¼ tsp (1.5 ml) nutmeg
- 2½ tsp (12.5 g) sea salt, divided
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) ground black pepper
- 8 cups (2 L) water
- 2 Tbsp (30 g) butter
Directions
- Mash potatoes.
- Add eggs, flour, cornstarch, nutmeg, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well.
- Shape mixture into 24 finger-like pieces, fuller in the middle with tapered ends.
- Pour water and remaining 2 teaspoons of salt into a large pot and bring to a rolling boil.
- Drop in dumplings and boil until they float, about 5 minutes.
- Remove floating dumplings using a slotted spoon.
- Melt butter in a skillet set over medium heat until bubbly and brown.
- Add dumplings and stir-fry until golden-brown.
- Serve hot.
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