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Lithuanian Cepelinai with Sauerkraut

Traditional Lithuanian dumplings filled with meat and served with sauerkraut, a staple of Lithuanian cuisine.

50 minutes4 servings
Lithuanian Cepelinai with Sauerkraut
Photo: Silar · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, ground pork, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper to form the dumpling filling.
  2. Shape the mixture into large dumplings.
  3. In a pan, cook the dumplings in a little oil until golden brown.
  4. Sauté the sauerkraut with butter and oil until tender.
  5. Serve the dumplings with the sauerkraut on the side.
  6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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