Polevka S Jatrovymi Knedlicky (Soup With Beef Liver Dumplings) ๐ฒ
Description: Dive into the rich flavors of Czech cuisine with this delightful Polevka S Jatrovymi Knedlicky, a hearty soup featuring savory beef liver dumplings. Perfect for a comforting lunch or snack, this dish offers a taste of European tradition with a healthy twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Beef liver |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1 | Garlic clove |
| 2 | Butter |
| 2 | Fresh lemon rind |
| 1 | All-purpose flour |
| 1/2 | Pepper |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Marjoram |
| 1 | Mace |
| 1 | Consomme |
Instructions:
- Prepare the Liver Dumplings Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef liver with butter, minced garlic, freshly grated lemon rind, marjoram, and mace.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Incorporate the Eggs and Dry Ingredients:
- Beat the eggs into the liver mixture until well combined.
- Gradually add breadcrumbs, followed by all-purpose flour, ensuring thorough incorporation.
- Allow Resting Time:
- Let the mixture rest at room temperature for approximately 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together and the texture to set.
- Shape the Dumplings:
- Once rested, shape the mixture into small balls, roughly the size of ping-pong balls, ensuring uniformity for even cooking.
- Simmer the Soup:
- In a large pot, bring the consomme to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Carefully drop the prepared liver dumplings into the simmering consomme, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Cover and Cook:
- Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low, allowing the soup to simmer gently for approximately 15 minutes.
- During this time, the dumplings will cook through, becoming firm yet tender.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the dumplings are cooked, ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving contains a generous portion of both dumplings and flavorful broth.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of lemon zest for an extra burst of flavor, if desired.
- Bon Appรฉtit!
- Serve hot and savor the comforting flavors of this traditional Czech dish. Enjoy the rich combination of tender beef liver dumplings infused with aromatic herbs, all simmered to perfection in a savory consomme. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a satisfying snack, this Polevka S Jatrovymi Knedlicky is sure to warm both body and soul.
