German-style dumplings
Description
The recipe won't take much time. German-style dumplings at home make a complete, hearty meal for the whole family. This recipe differs from the traditional one, but it's definitely worth trying—it will make you fall in love with it once and for all. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Strangely enough, the recipe for German-style dumplings starts with meat. It should be washed, dried, and cut into small pieces. Pour a little oil into a saucepan and heat it up. Add the meat and fry until a golden crust forms.
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Step 2
2. Pour a little oil into a separate skillet and add finely chopped onion. Sauté until translucent, then add peeled carrot cut into thin strips (or grated on a grater). Cook over medium heat until tender.
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Step 3
3. Wash the tomatoes, dry them, and cut into small cubes. Add to the pan with the vegetables and fry for another 5 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the meat. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add your favorite spices if desired. Pour in a little water and simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and cut into medium pieces. Add to the pan with the meat and simmer until cooked.
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Step 6
6. Now it's time to start making the dumplings. Mix the egg with a pinch of salt, add water, and gradually sift in the flour. Knead a firm dough and roll it out thinly on a floured surface.
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Step 7
7. Place a couple of spoonfuls of sour cream and spread into a thin layer over the entire surface.
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Step 8
8. Carefully roll the dough sheet into a roll.
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Step 9
9. To prevent homemade German-style dumplings from becoming too large, you can cut the dough in the middle.
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Step 10
10. Cut the ready rolls into small pieces.
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Step 11
11. Add the dumplings to the ready meat with potatoes (add water if necessary) and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
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Step 12
12. Wash the fresh herbs, dry them, and chop finely. Add the herbs and remove the dish from the heat. This is an unusual, yet quite simple recipe for German-style dumplings.