Potato dumplings with fried onions in lard and tangy sauerkraut recept

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  • Easy to prepare
  • 4 serving
  • 65 minutes
Jan, 19. 12. 2025

Traditional potato dumplings with fragrant fried onions in lard and a looser sour cabbage were among my beloved mother-in-law’s favorite dishes. Thanks to simple ingredients and the lightly prepared cabbage, you can put this honest family recipe on your table anytime you crave a delicious Czech classic.

For 4 serving

Ingredients

For the dumplings:

For the fried onions:

For the cabbage:

For thickening: light lard roux (1 tablespoon lard + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour)

Preparation procedure

  • Dumpling dough In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes with the Solamyl and salt. Add the eggs and gradually stir in the coarse flour until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms.
  • Shaping and cooking Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces, shape into ovals and drop them into boiling water. Cook for 20–25 minutes, until the dumplings float and are firm.
  • Fried onions Heat the lard in a pan, add the onion and fry until golden. Serve the dumplings topped with the fried onions and lard.
  • Preparing the cabbage Heat a tablespoon of lard in a pot, fry the caraway seeds and add the sauerkraut. Add water, simmer for 15–20 minutes until the cabbage softens.
  • Thickening the cabbage Prepare a light roux: heat a tablespoon of lard in a pan, stir in the flour and cook briefly. Mix the sauerkraut with this roux and let it cook for 2–3 minutes.
  • Serving Arrange the dumplings on a plate, drizzle with the fried onions and add a portion of tangy cabbage.

Total preparation time

  • Dough preparation: 15 minutes

  • Rising and cooking the dumplings: 25 minutes

  • Preparing the cabbage and onions: 25 minutes

  • Total: 1 hour 5 minutes

Number of servings

4 servings

Conclusion

Potato dumplings with fried onions in lard and tangy sauerkraut make an ideal treat for a family lunch or a relaxed afternoon with coffee. Thanks to the simple preparation and authentic flavor, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation. Try it and share that feeling of homey comfort with your loved ones.

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