Maultaschen German Meat Filled Pasta Dumplings

Discover the heartwarming flavors of Maultaschen, traditional German meat-filled pasta dumplings that bring Bavarian comfort food to your table. These generously stuffed parcels are made with tender homemade dough, encasing a savory filling of ground beef, pork, spinach, sautéed onions, and aromatic spices like nutmeg and parsley. Perfectly sealed and cooked until tender, Maultaschen can be enjoyed in a warm broth, pan-fried for crisp edges, or drizzled with melted butter and fresh herbs. With its balance of hearty flavors and silky pasta, this authentic recipe offers a true taste of Germany, perfect for family feasts or cozy dinner nights. Create your own elevated home-cooked meal with this versatile and time-honored dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g All-purpose flour
• 4 Eggs
• 2 tbsp Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 250 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 200 g Cooked spinach (chopped and well-drained)
• 1 Onion (finely chopped and sautéed)
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 4 tbsp Milk
• 3 tbsp Parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 pinch Nutmeg (freshly grated)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the eggs and water. Mix until the dough starts to come together.

Step 2

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped spinach, sautéed onions, breadcrumbs, milk, parsley, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.

Step 4

Divide the rested dough into 4 equal portions. Roll out each portion thinly on a floured surface, aiming for a thickness of about 1-2 mm.

Step 5

Cut the rolled-out dough into rectangles roughly 4x6 inches in size.

Step 6

Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the center of each rectangle. Fold the dough over the filling lengthwise and pinch the edges securely to seal the dumplings.

Step 7

To ensure a tight seal, press the edges with the tines of a fork or crimp them decoratively.

Step 8

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully add the Maultaschen and cook for about 12-15 minutes until they float to the top.

Step 9

Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve as desired: in broth, pan-fried with onions, or simply with melted butter and herbs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1612.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3609.4

Total Fat 131.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1140.3mg	0%
Sodium 7112.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 407.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 196.4g	0%

Vitamin D 190.0IU	0%
Calcium 702.3mg	0%
Iron 40.9mg	0%
Potassium 2594.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 45.3%