Hungarian-Jewish Shlishkas Recipe – Potato Dumplings🇭🇺

Absolutely! 🇭🇺 The Hungarian-Jewish Shlishkas (also spelled sliskes) are traditional potato dumplings, similar to Italian gnocchi, but coated in sweet or savory toppings. These soft, pillowy dumplings are usually rolled in sweetened buttery breadcrumbs or can also be tossed in poppy seeds (mákos) or sautéed onions for a savory take.


🇭🇺 Hungarian-Jewish Shlishkas (Potato Dumplings)

A beloved Eastern European comfort dish—tender potato dumplings tossed in breadcrumbs or poppy seeds.


🥔 Ingredients:

  • 2 cups mashed potatoes (cool, not too wet)
  • 1 egg
  • 1½ – 2 cups all-purpose flour (start with less, add more if needed)
  • ½ tsp salt

For Sweet Topping:

  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 2–3 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
  • Ground cinnamon (optional)

For Savory Topping (optional):

  • Butter or oil
  • Chopped onion (sautéed) or poppy seeds

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