Grušavi žlinkrofi with Savory Filling

Ingredients

• For the dough: For the dough:
• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• For the filling: For the filling:
• 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• For serving: For serving:
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• Crispy bacon bits for garnish Crispy bacon bits for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat: 18g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 43g (3g sugars)
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and water. Mix until a dough forms.
2. 2.
   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. 3.
   In the meantime, prepare the filling. In a skillet, cook the chopped onion until translucent. Add the mashed potatoes, crumbled bacon, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
4. 4.
   Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or a glass.
5. 5.
   Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the circle in half and seal the edges by pressing them together with your fingers. Then, bring the two corners of the half-circle together and press them firmly to create the characteristic shape of Grušavi žlinkrofi.
6. 6.
   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
7. 7.
   Remove the cooked dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a serving dish.
8. 8.
   Drizzle the melted butter over the dumplings and sprinkle with crispy bacon bits.
9. 9.
   Serve the Grušavi žlinkrofi hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to boil the potatoes until they are tender but not mushy. This will ensure a smooth and creamy filling.
• Bacon — Cook the bacon until crispy before crumbling it into the filling. This will add a delicious smoky flavor to the dumplings.

Tips & Tricks

• To save time, you can prepare the filling in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, you can substitute the bacon with sautéed mushrooms for a flavorful alternative.
• Serve Grušavi žlinkrofi with a side of sour cream or yogurt for a creamy and tangy accompaniment.
• Leftover dumplings can be reheated by lightly frying them in a pan with a little butter until heated through and crispy.

Serving advice

Grušavi žlinkrofi are best served hot, straight from the pot. Arrange them on a platter and drizzle with melted butter and crispy bacon bits for an appetizing presentation.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, arrange the Grušavi žlinkrofi in a circular pattern on individual plates. Drizzle the melted butter over them and sprinkle with crispy bacon bits. Garnish with a sprig of fresh parsley for a pop of color.