Kopytka z Karmelizowaną Cebulą i Szałwią (Polish Potato Dumplings in Sage Butter) – Authentic Poland Recipe

Hoof-shaped pillowy Polish potato dumplings pan-crisped in golden onion and sage butter.

Country of Origin
🇵🇱 Poland (Eastern Europe, Europe)
Dietary Profile
vegetarian
Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
20 min
Difficulty
Medium
Signature Staples
Diamond-cut Polish potato dumplings (kopytka), Caramelized sweet onions and mushrooms, Grated aged cheese, Fresh sage, Garlic

Ingredients for Kopytka z Karmelizowaną Cebulą i Szałwią (Polish Potato Dumplings in Sage Butter) (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) diamond-cut Polish potato dumplings (kopytka), prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups caramelized sweet onions and mushrooms, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup grated aged cheese
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh sage
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional Poland seasoning (garlic, browned butter, black pepper)
  • 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Finely chop or mash diamond-cut Polish potato dumplings (kopytka) and mix in a bowl with fresh sage, garlic, browned butter, black pepper, and a pinch of salt to form a savory filling.
  2. Portion or fold the seasoned mixture with caramelized sweet onions and mushrooms into neat traditional parcels, dumplings, or patties.
  3. Heat a heavy skillet with oil over medium heat or bring a steamer/broth pot to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook the parcels for 12–15 minutes until tender and cooked through (crisping the bottoms in the skillet if desired).
  5. Spoon grated aged cheese generously over the top and serve warm.

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