Kopytka
by
Luclare Cuisine
Kopytka are a Polish version of potato dumplings. They resemble Italian gnocchi and are also found in Belarusian and Lithuanian cuisines. They are called "kopytka" (literally translated as “little hooves”) because they resemble the shape of a small animals hoof. The main ingredient is potato and a small amount of flour is added, as well an egg to keep it's shape. Salt is added to enhance the flavor. They are boiled in salted water after which they can be served as is, or lightly fried for added crispness. They are good, basic comfort food with an Eastern European twist. A breeze to make and great with goulash, Polish sausage or topped with a cheese sauce, they can easily become part of your regular rotation - the possibilities are endless.
So let’s get on with the cooking…
* 2 2/3 cups (1 lb 6 oz/623 g) mashed potatoes (2lb 15 oz/880 g raw unpeeled potatoes),
give or take few oz/g
* 3/4 cup (3 3/4 oz/106 g) all purpose flour. (Note: we recommend you weight the flour.)
* 1 large egg (around 1 1/7 oz/55 g), beaten
* 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
Makes 4 - 6 servings.
In a large pot boil the unpeeled whole potatoes until tender when pierced with a fork. Once the potatoes are done drain. While they're hot (be careful not to burn yourself) peel them and place them in a large bowl, using a potato masher mash until smooth and creamy.
Add the flour, egg and sea salt.
Using a wooden spoon mix until all ingredients are incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Place the dough on a well floured surface, sprinkle with flour, knead for about a minute.
Wrap with plastic wrap and let the dough rest for 5 minutes,
then divide it into 6 pieces.
Using your palms roll each piece into a log and flatten it.
Cut the log into 3/4 to 1 inch pieces.
In a large pot of generously salted boiling water drop the dumplings, stir to prevent them from sticking to the bottom. Once they float to the top let them simmer for a couple of minutes. Using skimmer transfer to a strainer to drain.
Some suggestions: pair - boiled dumplings with a goulash or fry dumplings and pair it with Polish sausage, or fry dumplings with fried onions and pair it with roasted vegetables such as cherry tomatoes or broccoli, etc.
For a video of the recipe go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtbkPRQbFrA
Note: The ingredients have been updated (changed) but the process of making them has not.
Smacznego! Enjoy!
Luclare Cuisine
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