Pork and Dumplings German Comfort Food
Hearty pork and dumplings dish originating from Germany, perfect for a cold winter evening. This recipe serves 4-6 people and is relatively easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound, cut into 1-inch cubes Pork shoulderYou can also use pork belly for a fattier version.
- ●1 cup All-purpose flourFor dusting the pork cubes.
- ●6 slices BaconFor added smokiness.
- ●1 large, chopped OnionFor added flavor.
- ●1 tablespoon Caraway seedsTraditional German spice.
- ●homemade or store-bought Dumpling doughFollow package instructions for preparation.
- ●to taste SaltFor seasoning.
- ●to taste Black pepperFor seasoning.
- ●2 tablespoons ButterFor browning the dumplings.
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside.
- 3
Add the pork cubes to the Dutch oven and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the pork and set aside with the bacon.
- 4
Add the chopped onion to the Dutch oven and cook until softened.
- 5
Add the caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper to the Dutch oven and stir to combine.
- 6
Add the browned pork cubes back to the Dutch oven and stir to combine with the onion mixture.
- 7
If using homemade dumpling dough, prepare according to your recipe.
- 8
If using store-bought dumpling dough, follow package instructions for preparation.
- 9
Place the dumplings on top of the pork mixture in the Dutch oven.
- 10
Dot the top of the dumplings with butter and cover the Dutch oven with a lid.
- 11
Transfer the Dutch oven to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!