Capuns Sursilvans Style Skillet (Grisons Swiss Chard Rolls in Herb-Cheese Cream) – Authentic Switzerland Recipe
From the Surselva valley in Graubünden: delicate Swiss chard parcels simmered in a rich cheese-and-herb cream sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇨🇭 Switzerland (Central Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 25 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Tender Swiss chard leaves wrapped around spätzle-and-herb dough, Melted mountain cheese, Crispy shallots, Fresh mint, Chives
Ingredients for Capuns Sursilvans Style Skillet (Grisons Swiss Chard Rolls in Herb-Cheese Cream) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tender Swiss chard leaves wrapped around spätzle-and-herb dough, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups melted mountain cheese, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup crispy shallots
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh mint
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Switzerland seasoning (chives, nutmeg, creamy vegetable broth)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Finely chop or mash tender Swiss chard leaves wrapped around spätzle-and-herb dough and mix in a bowl with fresh mint, chives, nutmeg, creamy vegetable broth, and a pinch of salt to form a savory filling.
- Portion or fold the seasoned mixture with melted mountain cheese into neat traditional parcels, dumplings, or patties.
- Heat a heavy skillet with oil over medium heat or bring a steamer/broth pot to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the parcels for 12–15 minutes until tender and cooked through (crisping the bottoms in the skillet if desired).
- Spoon crispy shallots generously over the top and serve warm.