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How to Make Knoephla, Potatoes and Sauerkraut - A Step-by-Step Guide

Knoephla, Potatoes and Sauerkraut is a traditional German recipe that has been passed down through generations. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a cold winter's night, with its combination of soft potato dumplings, savory sauerkraut, and creamy potatoes.

The star of the dish is the knoephla, which are small dumplings made from flour, eggs, and milk. They are simple to make and add a satisfying chewiness to the dish.

Combined with the creamy texture of the potatoe...

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Ingredients

  • 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 22 ounces sauerkraut, drained

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine 3 cups flour, baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, egg and warm water in a medium size mixing bowl. Mix well.
  • Knead the dough, adding flour until the dough in stiff and hard to work with, let the dough rest.
  • Roll dough into a 1/2 to 3/4 inch wide cylinder.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Using scissors cut dough in 1/2 to 3/4 inch pieces into the boiling water. The dumplings will sit on the bottom of the pot until almost done. When almost finished cooking, the knoephla will rise to the surface. Once they have risen to the surface let them cook 2 minutes longer. Drain well.
  • Place oil in a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add potatoes and salt and pepper to taste. Fry until potatoes are cooked through and golden brown.
  • While potatoes are frying, place 1 tablespoon butter in a non-stick skillet, heat over medium-high heat. Cook the kneophla in batches, transferring the fried dumplings into the skillet with the potatoes.
  • When all of the knoephla and potatoes are nicely browned and combined in one skillet, add the sauerkraut to the mixture and heat through. Serve immediately.

    • Nutrition

    500 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 857mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 93g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 95mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1156mg

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