Austrian Semmelknödel Bread Dumplings with Mushroom Sauce
These traditional Austrian Semmelknödel bread dumplings are served with a rich mushroom sauce, perfect for dinner in about 60 minutes.
Austrian Semmelknödel are soft and fluffy, pairing beautifully with savory mushroom sauce. This dish offers a comforting, hearty meal.
Why This Recipe Works
Texture Balance: The soft dumplings contrast wonderfully with the creamy mushroom sauce.
Flavor Depth: Sautéing onions and mushrooms enhances the umami flavor in the sauce.
Traditional Roots: These dumplings are a beloved staple in Austrian cuisine, embodying comfort food.
Chef's Pro Tip: Ensure the dumpling dough is not too wet; adjust with flour for the right consistency before boiling.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Cube the day-old bread and soak it in milk for about 10 minutes until softened.
- 2
In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- 3
Add the mushrooms, salt, and pepper to the pan, cooking until mushrooms are soft.
- 4
Combine the soaked bread, sautéed mixture, eggs, flour, and nutmeg in a bowl to form a dough.
- 5
Shape the dough into balls and boil them in salted water for about 15 minutes until they float.
- 6
For the sauce, simmer vegetable broth and add remaining sautéed mushrooms for flavor.
- 7
Serve the dumplings drizzled with mushroom sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
15g
carbs
45g
fiber
2g
sodium
600mg
protein
10g
calories
350




