Polevka's Jatrovymi Knedlicky Soup with Beef Liver Dumplings

Dive into the comforting flavors of traditional Czech cuisine with Polevka's Jatrovymi Knedlicky Soup, a hearty dish featuring tender beef liver dumplings. This recipe combines a rich, aromatic broth infused with fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and parsnips, alongside warming spices and herbs such as nutmeg and parsley. The dumplings, crafted from finely minced beef liver, breadcrumbs, and a touch of butter, bring a unique depth and velvety texture to the soup, making it a standout choice for cold-weather meals. Ready in just over an hour, this soup serves as an impressive yet manageable dish that highlights the art of European comfort food. Perfect for fans of authentic recipes, it’s a nutritious and flavorful way to warm up your table. Keywords: Czech cuisine, beef liver dumplings, hearty soup, traditional European recipes, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams beef liver
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small, finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 large egg
• 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoons, divided salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1.5 liters chicken or beef stock
• 1 medium, sliced carrot
• 1 sliced celery stalk
• 1 medium, sliced parsnip
• 1 piece bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the liver dumpling mixture. Rinse the beef liver under cold water, pat dry with paper towels, and finely mince it or process it in a food processor until smooth.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened and golden, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the minced liver, sautéed onion and garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, flour, parsley, nutmeg, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and black pepper. Mix well until you achieve a thick, cohesive mixture. Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes to firm up.

Step 4

While the dumpling mixture chills, prepare the broth. In a large pot, bring the chicken or beef stock to a gentle boil. Add the sliced carrot, celery, parsnip, bay leaf, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Reduce the heat to low and let the broth simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the liver dumpling mixture from the refrigerator. Using wet hands or a teaspoon, form small dumplings about the size of a walnut (approximately 2–3 cm in diameter).

Step 6

Gently drop the dumplings into the simmering soup. Allow them to cook undisturbed for 10–12 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are fully cooked through.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving includes several dumplings and a variety of vegetables. Garnish with additional chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2233.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1094.4

Total Fat 46.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 745.5mg	0%
Sodium 9371.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.7g
Protein 63.2g	0%

Vitamin D 117.8IU	0%
Calcium 283.0mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1916.1mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 40.8%