Slovenian Style Potato Dumplings with Savory Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, boiled and mashed 4 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 slices bacon, diced 4 slices bacon, diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 2g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
2. 2.
   Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball.
3. 3.
   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the dumplings into the boiling water and cook for about 10 minutes or until they float to the surface.
4. 4.
   While the dumplings are cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside.
5. 5.
   In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
6. 6.
   Add the cooked bacon back to the skillet and stir in the fresh parsley and chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7.
   Drain the cooked dumplings and transfer them to a serving dish. Pour the savory sauce over the dumplings and gently toss to coat.
8. 8.
   Serve the Čompe hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture in the dumplings.
• Bacon — For a smokier flavor, you can use smoked bacon instead of regular bacon.

Tips & Tricks

• To achieve light and fluffy dumplings, avoid overmixing the dough.
• If the dough feels too sticky, lightly dust your hands with flour while shaping the dumplings.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth for added flavor in the sauce.
• Serve the Čompe with a side of sautéed greens or a fresh salad to add some freshness to the meal.
• Leftover dumplings can be pan-fried until golden for a delicious twist.

Serving advice

Serve the Čompe as a main course, accompanied by a side of sauerkraut or pickles. Garnish with additional fresh herbs for a pop of color and flavor.

Presentation advice

Arrange the dumplings neatly on a serving platter and pour the savory sauce over them. Sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs on top for an appealing presentation.