Didzkukuliai su Aguonomis
Didžkukuliai su aguonomis (DEEZH-koo-koo-lyai soo ah-goo-OH-nees)
Potato Dumplings with Poppy Seeds
Smooth, bite-sized potato dumplings tossed in melted butter and sweet poppy seed sauce, a traditional Christmas Eve dish.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: warm bowl
Garnishes: poppy seed sauce, melted butter
Accompaniments: poppy seed milk
Instructions
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1
Boil potatoes until tender. Drain, rice, and cool slightly.
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2
Mix riced potatoes with potato starch and salt to form a smooth dough.
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3
Shape into small round dumplings about 3cm in diameter.
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4
Boil in salted water until they float, about 4-5 min. Remove with a slotted spoon.
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5
Mix ground poppy seeds with sugar and hot water to form a paste. Melt butter.
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6
Toss hot dumplings in melted butter, then spoon poppy seed mixture over. Serve warm.
Did You Know?
Poppy seed dishes at Christmas Eve symbolize peaceful sleep, and their countless tiny seeds represent abundance in the coming year.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- potato ricer
- large pot
- skillet
- slotted spoon
Garnishing
poppy seed sauce, melted butter
Accompaniments
poppy seed milk
The Story Behind Didzkukuliai su Aguonomis
Didzkukuliai with poppy seeds are an essential part of the Lithuanian Christmas Eve Kucios table. The combination of simple potato dumplings with sweet poppy seed sauce reflects the ancient pagan-Christian synthesis in Lithuanian food traditions.
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