Delicious Macedonian Plum Dumplings

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Delicious Macedonian Plum Dumplings
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 09, 2023

Macedonian Plum Dumplings, also known as Knedle sa Šljivama, is a traditional Macedonian dish made with sweet plums and a soft potato-based dough. These dumplings are boiled until tender and then served with a generous sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar. They are a perfect dessert or a sweet treat for breakfast or brunch. The combination of the juicy plums and the soft dumpling dough is absolutely delightful. Follow this authentic recipe to recreate a taste of Macedonia in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 6 large potatoes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 12 small sweet plums
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Water, for boiling

Directions

  1. Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender. Drain and let cool.
  2. Peel and mash the potatoes until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each portion with your hands.
  5. Take a plum, remove the pit, and place it in the center of a flattened dough portion. Wrap the dough around the plum, sealing it completely.
  6. Repeat with the remaining plums and dough.
  7. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Carefully add the dumplings to the boiling water and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the dumplings float to the surface.
  8. In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon.
  9. Remove the cooked dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon and roll them in the breadcrumb mixture to coat.
  10. Serve the plum dumplings warm, sprinkled with additional cinnamon and sugar if desired.

Interesting Facts

  • Plum dumplings are a popular dessert in many Eastern European countries, including Macedonia.
  • The dumpling dough can be made with various ingredients, such as potatoes, breadcrumbs, or cottage cheese.
  • In Macedonia, these dumplings are often enjoyed during the summer when plums are in season.