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Kürbisknödel – eine köstliche Herbst-Beilage!

Kürbisknödel – eine köstliche Herbst-Beilage!

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Kürbisknödel – eine köstliche Herbst-Beilage! is a delightful, comforting dish that embodies the essence of autumn. Made with the naturally sweet Hokkaido pumpkin and hearty bread, these dumplings are perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings. With their soft texture and rich flavor, they are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and versatile, you can customize them with spices or herbs to suit your taste. Serve them with roasted pumpkin seeds and freshly grated Parmesan for an unforgettable dining experience.

Ingredients

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  • 600 g Hokkaido pumpkin flesh
  • 300 g stale bread
  • 1 onion
  • 0.5 bunch parsley
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 medium eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 tbsp flour (plus more as needed)
  • 2 tbsp semolina
  • 40 g Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pumpkin by washing it thoroughly, cutting it into cubes, and steaming until tender.
  2. While the pumpkin is steaming, cube stale bread into a bowl, chop the onion and parsley, and toast the pumpkin seeds in a pan.
  3. Once the pumpkin is cooked, mix it with the bread in the bowl along with sautéed onions, eggs, flour, semolina, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. With damp hands, shape about 12 knödel from the mixture.
  5. Bring salted water to a gentle simmer and cook the knödel for about 15 minutes until they float to the surface.
  6. Serve with roasted pumpkin seeds and freshly grated Parmesan.

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