Strapačky s Kyslou Kapustou (Slovak Potato Dumplings Tossed with Caramelized Sauerkraut) – Authentic Slovakia Recipe
Sister dish to Bryndzové Halušky: tender potato dumplings tossed with sweet-tangy caramelized sauerkraut.
- Country of Origin
- 🇸🇰 Slovakia (Central Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 25 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Tiny hand-dropped potato dumplings (halušky), Golden caramelized sauerkraut and sweet onions, Crispy shallots, Toasted caraway seeds, Garlic
Ingredients for Strapačky s Kyslou Kapustou (Slovak Potato Dumplings Tossed with Caramelized Sauerkraut) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) tiny hand-dropped potato dumplings (halušky), prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups golden caramelized sauerkraut and sweet onions, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup crispy shallots
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with toasted caraway seeds
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Slovakia seasoning (garlic, black pepper, sunflower oil)
- 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 tiny hand-dropped potato dumplings (halušky) and mix in a bowl with toasted caraway seeds, garlic, black pepper, sunflower oil, and a pinch of salt to form a savory filling.
- Portion or fold the seasoned mixture with golden caramelized sauerkraut and sweet onions 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.