Leberknödelsuppe

Name: Leberknödelsuppe
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 2 rolls day-old white rolls, diced; 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed; 1 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 1/2 lb beef liver, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs; 1/2 tsp dried marjoram; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground; 6 cups beef broth; 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

A traditional Bavarian soup featuring savory minced liver dumplings simmered in rich beef broth.

50 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

GermanSoupStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 rolls day-old white rolls, diced
1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 lb beef liver, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp dried marjoram
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, ground
6 cups beef broth
2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

1

Place 2 rolls diced day-old white rolls in a bowl and pour 1/2 cup warmed whole milk over them to soak for 10 minutes.
2

Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add 1 small finely diced yellow onion and saute for 4 minutes until soft.
3

In a large mixing bowl, combine soaked rolls, sauteed onions, 1/2 lb minced beef liver, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 large beaten egg, 1/2 tsp dried marjoram, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper.
4

Stir in 1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs as needed until the mixture holds shape, then form into 4 large round dumplings.
5

Bring 6 cups beef broth to a gentle simmer in a pot over medium heat.
6

Carefully drop dumplings into broth, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until dumplings reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
7

Ladle soup and dumplings into bowls and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives.

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Questions

What is Leberknödelsuppe?

A traditional Bavarian soup featuring savory minced liver dumplings simmered in rich beef broth. This reference files it under German soup: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 50 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Leberknödelsuppe reach?

For Leberknödelsuppe, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I make Leberknödelsuppe gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Leberknödelsuppe is 1/4 cup fine breadcrumbs. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Leberknödelsuppe keto-friendly?

A serving of Leberknödelsuppe carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

Does Leberknödelsuppe contain eggs?

Yes: 1 large egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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