Hungarian-Jewish Shlishkas Recipe – Potato Dumplings🇭🇺

Wonderful choice! 🥔 The Hungarian-Jewish Shlishkas are pillowy potato dumplings, similar to Italian gnocchi, but traditionally tossed in toasted breadcrumbs or sometimes sweetened with sugar and cinnamon. They’re a beloved comfort food in Hungary, often served as a side dish or even a dessert.


🥔 Hungarian-Jewish Shlishkas (Potato Dumplings) 🇭🇺

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs (900 g) starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 1 1/2 cups (200 g) all-purpose flour (more if needed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp salt

For coating:

  • 4 tbsp butter or oil
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Pinch of cinnamon + sugar (optional, for sweet version)

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