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Kopytka

Belarus

Place of Origin:

- Little Hooves
- Polish Potato Dumplings

Also Known as:

Kopytka is a potato dumpling dish that is common in Polish, Belarusian, and Lithuanian cuisine. It is similar to Italian gnocchi.

Description

Ingredients

Bread Knödel:
- 5 cups diced stale sourdough bread or French bread
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 teaspoon salt

Potato Knödel:
- 2.2 pounds (1 kg) starchy potatoes
- Salt
to taste
- 2 egg yolks
size L
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Recipe

Bread Knödel:

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, flour, and salt.

Step 2: Add the diced bread and stir until well combined.

Step 3: Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 4: With wet hands, form the mixture into 8-10 balls.

Step 5: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 6: Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the bread balls.

Step 7: Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the knödel are cooked through.

Potato Knödel:

Step 1: Peel and boil the potatoes until they are soft.

Step 2: Drain the potatoes and mash them until they are smooth.

Step 3: Add salt, egg yolks, and butter to the mashed potatoes and mix well.

Step 4: Gradually add flour and breadcrumbs to the mixture until it forms a dough.

Step 5: With wet hands, form the dough into 8-10 balls.

Step 6: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 7: Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the potato balls.

Step 8: Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the knödel are cooked through.

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