Schupfnudeln (German Fried Potato Dumplings)

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These fried potato dumplings, called Schupfnudeln in German, are irresistible. The potatoes should be cooked the day before so the dumplings are easier to shape. Serve as a side as you would any other potato.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 2 large starchy potatoes, such as russet or Yukon Gold

  • 1 ¾ cups flour, or as needed

  • 2 large eggs

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

  • 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

  1. Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and peel potatoes.

  2. Place potatoes into a large bowl and mash with a potato masher. Add flour and eggs; mix until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

  3. Use your hands to shape potato dough into oblong dumplings with two pointy ends. If dough sticks to your hands, rinse them under cold water.

  4. Bring water to a boil in a large pot over high heat, then reduce to just a simmer. Working in batches, cook dumplings in just simmering water until they float on top. Use a slotted spoon to transfer dumplings to a large bowl of cold water. Remove with a slotted spoon to a colander; drain well.

  5. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté Schupfnudeln in hot butter until golden brown and crisp on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Recipe Tip

The original German recipe is in metric. If you have a scale, the metric measurements are 750 grams potatoes and 225 grams flour.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

286 Calories
6g Fat
50g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 286
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Cholesterol 72mg 24%
Sodium 59mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 50g 18%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 17%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 31mg 2%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 581mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.