Buckwheat Canederli

Ingredients

• 1 cup (120g) buckwheat flour 1 cup (120g) buckwheat flour
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 1/4 cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups (960ml) vegetable or chicken broth 4 cups (960ml) vegetable or chicken broth

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 2g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese, parsley, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
2. 2.
   Let the dough rest for 15 minutes to allow the flours to hydrate.
3. 3.
   Meanwhile, bring the vegetable or chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot.
4. 4.
   With wet hands, shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
5. 5.
   Gently drop the dumplings into the simmering broth and cook for about 15 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are cooked through.
6. 6.
   Remove the canederli from the broth using a slotted spoon and serve them hot in bowls with a ladle of the broth.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Buckwheat flour — Make sure to use pure buckwheat flour, as some brands may mix it with wheat flour. This will ensure an authentic flavor and gluten content.
• Parmesan cheese — For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-packaged grated cheese.

Tips & Tricks

• To add a twist to the recipe, you can sauté the cooked canederli in butter until golden brown before serving.
• If the dough is too sticky to handle, lightly dust your hands with flour while shaping the dumplings.
• Serve the canederli with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Buckwheat Canederli hot in individual bowls, with a ladle of the flavorful broth. Garnish with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese for an appealing presentation.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, arrange the canederli in a shallow serving dish and pour the broth over them. Garnish with a sprig of fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, for a pop of color.