Norwegian Potato Dumplings (Raspeballer)

Norwegian Potato Dumplings (Raspeballer)

A traditional Norwegian dish featuring potato dumplings served with pork knuckle and a side of mashed rutabaga and carrots.

~3.5 hr prep4 servings450 cal

NorwegianOmnivoreDinner
By Jess

Ingredients

  • Pork knuckle1
  • Sausages1
  • potatoes1 lb
  • Red potatoes2 lbs
  • Barley flour1 1/4 cup
  • All purpose flour2 tbsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Bouillon cubes4
  • Freshly chopped parsleya pinch
  • Rutabaga (swede)1
  • Carrots2
  • Cream1/4 cup
  • butter1 tbsp
  • Nutmeg1 tsp

Instructions

Steps

  1. Prepare the pork knuckle: Cook it in simmering water for about 3 hours until the meat is tender and falls off the bone. Reserve the broth for later use.
  2. Prepare the potatoes: Boil the potatoes, then peel them after they cool. Peel the raw potatoes, grate them, and squeeze out excess moisture using a paper towel.
  3. Mix the dough: Mash the boiled potatoes until smooth, then combine them with the grated raw potatoes in a large bowl. Add barley flour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Cook the dumplings: Bring your reserved broth (or vegetable/beef broth) to a gentle simmer. Use a cold, wet tablespoon to shape the dumplings and drop them into the simmering broth. Shape each one as smoothly as possible.
  5. Simmer the dumplings: Let the raspeballer cook for about 30 minutes in the broth. If using, add the sausages to the pot to heat through.
  6. Prepare the mashed rutabaga: Peel and chop the swede and carrots, then boil them for about 30 minutes until tender. Drain the water, then mash with cream, butter, and nutmeg until smooth.
  7. Serve: Enjoy the raspeballer topped with fresh parsley alongside the mashed rutabaga and any meat.

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