Slovakian Pork Dumplings
A hearty Slovakian dish featuring tender pork served with homemade dumplings.
Ingredients
- ●500g Pork shoulderCut into 2cm cubes
- ●250g Dumpling flourFor homemade dumplings
- ●1 EggFor dumpling mixture
- ●1 tsp SaltTo taste
- ●0.5 tsp Black pepperTo taste
- ●1 medium OnionChopped
- ●2 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1 tsp Caraway seedsFor flavor
- ●2 tbsp Vegetable oilFor frying
Instructions
- 1
In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- 4
Add the pork cubes and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 6
In a separate bowl, mix together the dumpling flour, egg, and a pinch of salt.
- 7
Roll out the dumpling mixture to about 1cm thickness.
- 8
Cut the dumplings into desired shape (e.g., squares or circles).
- 9
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the dumplings for 5-7 minutes, or until they float.
- 10
Serve the pork with the cooked dumplings and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
- 11
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the pan and fry the cooked dumplings until crispy.
- 12
Serve the fried dumplings on top of the pork and enjoy!