Galuska – Hungarian Dumplings

Instructions

  1. Make the Dough:
    • In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
    • Beat eggs lightly and add to flour, then gradually mix in water until a soft, sticky dough forms. The dough should be thicker than pancake batter but not stiff.
  2. Bring Water to Boil:
    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  3. Shape the Dumplings:
    • Using a spoon or a spaetzle maker, drop small dumplings into the boiling water.
    • Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  4. Cook:
    • Once the dumplings float to the surface (about 2–3 minutes), let them cook for 1 more minute.
    • Use a slotted spoon to remove them and transfer to a plate.
  5. Optional Butter Toss:
    • Toss the cooked dumplings in a little melted butter to keep them from sticking.
  6. Serve:
    • Serve warm with Hungarian stews, chicken paprikash, or a rich gravy.

💡 Tips:

  • For fluffier dumplings, don’t overmix the dough.
  • You can also cut the dumplings into bite-sized pieces on a floured board before boiling.
  • Leftover galuska can be lightly fried in butter for a tasty side dish.

If you want, I can also give a step-by-step version with photos or tips for using a spaetzle maker to make these dumplings extra light and uniform.

Do you want me to do that?

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