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Estonian Meat and Potato Dumplings with Sour Cream

Name: Estonian Meat and Potato Dumplings with Sour Cream
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Estonian
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef; 1 lb ground pork; 2 cups mashed potatoes; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup sauerkraut; Salt and pepper to taste

A traditional Estonian dish of meat and potato dumplings served with sour cream and a side of sauerkraut.

45 minutes6 servings

Method

In a large bowl, mix ground beef, pork, mashed potatoes, onion, and garlic until well combined.
Form the mixture into small dumplings, about 2 inches in diameter.
Place the dumplings in a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 15-20 minutes until they float to the surface.
Drain the dumplings and serve with a dollop of sour cream and a side of sauerkraut.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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