Description
These Croatian bread dumplings are a comforting side dish, perfect for pairing with hearty meat stews and rich sauces.
Ingredients
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- 10 1/2 oz (300 g) white bread
- 3/4 oz (20 g) bacon
- 2 tbsp (30 g) butter
- 1 small onion, finely sliced
- 3/4 cup (200 ml) milk
- 2 eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- A bit of nutmeg
- A bit of breadcrumbs
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cut the bread into cubes. Heat the butter in a skillet over low heat, add the bread cubes, and fry for 10 minutes until they are golden brown.
- In a separate skillet, fry the bacon cut into small cubes until crispy. Add the finely sliced onion and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine the fried bread cubes, bacon, and onion. Add the milk, eggs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and chopped parsley. Mix everything well until the bread absorbs the liquid.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and tie the ends securely.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Place the wrapped loaf into the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Remove the loaf from the water, unwrap, and let it cool slightly. Slice into rounds and serve as a side dish with your favorite meat stew or sauce.
Notes
- Wet your hands when shaping the dumplings to prevent sticking.
- These dumplings are traditionally served with meat stews or rich sauces.
- You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Croatian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 85