Dish

Bramborové šišky s mákem

Potato Dumplings with Poppy Seeds

The dish is made by boiling peeled and grated potatoes, mixing them with flour and forming small dumplings. These dumplings are then boiled until they float to the surface. The dish is then coated in a mixture of poppy seeds and sugar. Bramborové šišky s mákem is a popular dish in the Czech Republic and is often served as a main course or as a dessert.

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Dumplings

Origins and history

Bramborové šišky s mákem has been a traditional dish in the Czech Republic for centuries. It is believed to have originated in the eastern regions of the country, where potato farming was common. The dish was a way for farmers to use up their surplus potatoes and poppy seeds. Today, Bramborové šišky s mákem is a popular dish throughout the Czech Republic and is often served as a main course or as a dessert.

Dietary considerations

This dish is not suitable for vegans or those who are allergic to poppy seeds. It is also high in carbohydrates and should be consumed in moderation by those on a low-carb diet.

Variations

There are many variations of Bramborové šišky s mákem, including those that use different types of flour or add cinnamon to the poppy seed mixture. Some recipes also call for the addition of honey or jam.