Slovakian Pork Dumplings
A hearty Slovakian dish featuring flavorful pork dumplings served in a rich, aerated broth.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound pork shouldercut into small pieces
- ●2 cups all-purpose flourfor dumpling dough
- ●1 teaspoon slovakian black pepperfor dumpling seasoning
- ●1 teaspoon slovakian paprikafor dumpling seasoning
- ●0.5 teaspoon saltfor dumpling seasoning
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●1 teaspoon caraway seedsfor dumpling seasoning
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 large eggfor egg wash
- ●4 cups aerated broth
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, black pepper, paprika, and salt.
- 2
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Divide the dough into small pieces and roll each into a ball.
- 5
Flatten each ball into a disk shape.
- 6
In a large skillet, cook chopped onion and minced garlic in a little oil until softened.
- 7
Add cooked pork, caraway seeds, and a pinch of salt to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 8
Place a tablespoon of the pork mixture onto the center of each dumpling disk.
- 9
Fold the dough over the filling and press edges together to seal.
- 10
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the dumplings for 10-12 minutes or until they float.
- 11
Serve the dumplings in an aerated broth, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.