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Lamb Dumplings

120 min4 serv.19 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Juicy filling and tender dough will delight both adults and children. Every home cook has her own secrets about how to shape them, what spices to use, and what kind of meat to choose. I want to share my version of this delicious dish. You can similarly prepare dumplings using any type of meat, but it's best to choose meat with some fat. This way, the dumplings will turn out juicier and more aromatic, and the broth richer. Of course, it will take a bit of effort, but it's definitely worth it. Spend a couple of hours in the kitchen—I guarantee the result will be delicious.

Instructions

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    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all the ingredients from the list. You can take spices to your taste; I used cumin, pepper, and coriander.

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    Step 2

    In a deep bowl, combine water and egg. Add 1 tsp salt and mix well.

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    Add the flour in parts. I first add about 300 grams, then gradually incorporate the rest. You might use slightly more or less flour than indicated in the recipe.

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    Step 4

    The dough should not stick to your hands and should be elastic enough, but not too stiff. Roll the kneaded dough into a ball, cover it with a towel, and let it "rest" for 20–30 minutes.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    Meanwhile, rinse the lamb, dry it, cut into small pieces, and pass through the fine blade of a meat grinder.

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    Step 6

    Also pass the onion through a meat grinder. Crush the garlic with a press. Add salt and your favorite spices to the meat mixture.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    Mix until smooth. If the filling is too thick, add a little ice water for juiciness.

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    Step 8

    Step 8

    Knead the rested dough once more with your hands. It will become firm and elastic.

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    Step 9

    Cut off a piece of dough and roll it into a rope 1.5–2 cm in diameter. Then cut it into pieces of desired width (depending on the desired size of the finished dumplings).

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    Step 10

    Roll each piece of dough in flour on both sides, pressing with your thumb.

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    Roll out into a circle to a thickness of 2-3 mm. Place the filling onto the dough. Pinch the edges tightly and shape the dumplings into any form you prefer.

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    Step 12

    You can put part of the dumplings in the freezer to store them for later, and cook the rest right away.

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    Step 13

    Pour water into a saucepan, add bay leaf, peppercorns, and salt to taste. After boiling, add the dumplings and cook for 3 to 5 minutes after they float to the surface.

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    Step 14

    Lamb dumplings are ready. Serve with your favorite sauce and fresh herbs.