Kopytka

Kopytka

Kopytka (koh-PIT-kah)

Polish Potato Dumplings

Prep Time 1 hour
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 348 kcal

Soft, pillowy potato dumplings shaped like little hooves, pan-fried in butter until golden and served with caramelized onions or mushroom sauce.

Nutrition & Info

350 kcal per serving
Protein 8.0g
Carbs 52.0g
Fat 12.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ eggs ⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

potato ricer large pot skillet

Presentation Guide

Vessel: shallow bowl

Garnishes: caramelized onions, sour cream

Accompaniments: mushroom sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil potatoes in their skins until tender. Peel while hot and pass through a ricer. Cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Add flour, egg, and salt to the riced potatoes. Mix until a soft, smooth dough forms — do not overwork.

  3. 3

    Divide dough into portions. Roll each into a rope about 2cm thick.

  4. 4

    Cut ropes diagonally into 3cm pieces to create the characteristic "hoof" shape.

  5. 5

    Boil kopytka in salted water until they float, about 2-3 min. Remove with a slotted spoon.

  6. 6

    Pan-fry in butter until golden on the edges. Serve with caramelized onions and sour cream.

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Did You Know?

Kopytka means "little hooves" — their distinctive diagonal-cut shape resembles tiny horse hooves.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • potato ricer
  • large pot
  • skillet

Garnishing

caramelized onions, sour cream

Accompaniments

mushroom sauce

The Story Behind Kopytka

Kopytka are Poland's answer to Italian gnocchi, likely influenced by centuries of cultural exchange. They became a staple of Polish peasant cooking, offering a filling and inexpensive meal that showcases the country's beloved potato.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch or dinner 📜 Origins: Traditional

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