Hungarian Plum Dumplings, also known as Szilvas Gomboc, are a traditional Hungarian dessert made with potatoes, flour, and plums. Here's a recipe to make these
Hungarian Plum Dumplings, also known as Szilvas Gomboc, are a traditional Hungarian dessert made with potatoes, flour, and plums. Here's a recipe to make these delicious dumplings:
*Ingredients:*
- 2-3 large potatoes, peeled and cooked
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup semolina flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 12-15 plums, pitted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- Butter or oil for frying
*Instructions:*
1. *Make the dough*: Mix cooked potatoes, all-purpose flour, semolina flour, egg, and salt. Knead until smooth.
2. *Prepare the plums*: Insert a cube of sugar into each plum.
3. *Shape the dumplings*: Divide the dough into small pieces. Flatten each piece and place a plum in the center. Seal the dough around the plum.
4. *Boil the dumplings*: Boil the dumplings in salted water until they float to the surface.
5. *Roll in breadcrumbs*: Roll the boiled dumplings in breadcrumbs mixed with sugar and butter or oil.
*Tips:*
- *Use the right potatoes*: Choose high-starch potatoes like Russet or Idaho for the best results.
- *Don't overwork the dough*: Mix the dough just until the ingredients come together to keep the dumplings tender.
Enjoy your delicious Hungarian Plum Dumplings!