As the Holidays arrive, it is a perfect time to explore traditional German Christmas recipes. Christmas in Germany is a magical time, and much of its charm can be attributed to the array of holiday recipes that are prepared during this time. From hearty main courses to sweet, spiced treats, German Christmas cuisine is as […]
German Semmelknodel with Mushroom Sauce
Semmelknodel is a German bread dumpling. When it comes to traditional Bavarian cuisine, Semmelknödel holds a special place on the table. These delightful dumplings are made from stale bread, combined with eggs, milk, and a handful of simple ingredients. The result is a soft and flavorful delicacy that perfectly complements a variety of dishes, from […]
Schaufele Recipe
Schäufele is a traditional German pork shoulder roast made from a pig’s scapula. It’s signature look often includes a criss-cross pattern etched or slashed into the pork rind. The recipe can vary based on the region in Germany in which it is made. This dish, or variations of it, is also at times referred to […]
How to Cook Rouladen
Serves: 4 Preparation time: 10 mins Cooking time: 20 mins Ingredients needed to make Rouladen: 1 package dumpling mix 4 thin beef sirloin slices, each ¼’’ thick 4 bacon slices 4 dill pickle spears 4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 2 tbsp butter, diced 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup sour cream 4 tsp Dijon […]
How to Cook Pot Roast Hogget
Serves: 6 Preparation time: 15 mins Cooking time: 3 hours Ingredients needed to make Pot Roast Hogget: 2 lb 12 oz shank-end leg hogget 4 ½ oz pearl barley 2 celery sticks, trimmed and chopped into ½’’ slices 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely sliced 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into ¾’’ chunks 3 carrots, peeled […]
How to Cook Sauerbraten
Serves: 2 Preparation time: 3 days Cooking time: 4 hours 30 mins Ingredients needed to make Sauerbraten: 4 lb bottom round ½ cup raisins 5 oz gingersnaps, crushed 12 juniper berries 2 bay leaves 1 tsp mustard seeds 6 whole cloves 1 large carrot, chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 cups water 1 cup red wine vinegar […]
How to Make Sourdough Bread
Makes : 2 loaves Preparation time: over 2 hours Cooking time: 40 mins Ingredients needed to make Sourdough Bread: 10 ½ oz sourdough starter (buy online) 1 lb 2 oz white bread flour, plus more for dusting ¼ oz brown sugar 9 fl oz water ¼ oz salt Flavorless oil, for greasing Cooking instructions for Sourdough Bread: […]
How to Cook Spaetzle With Sauerkraut
Serves: 6 Preparation time: 1 week Cooking time: 20 mins Ingredients needed to make Spaetzle With Sauerkraut: 525 gms all purpose flour 4 tbsp plain bread crumbs 400 gms sauerkraut, recipe below 8 eggs 100 gms unsalted butter 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp salt 250 ml water For the sauerkraut: 2 tbsp sea salt, unrefined […]
How to Bake Zwiebelkuchen (German Onion Tart)
Yields: one 10’’ x 16’’ loaf Preparation time: 2hours Cooking time: 45 minutes Ingredients needed to make Zwiebelkuchen: 3 cups all purpose flour 3 egg yolks 1 large egg 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp sour cream ¼ cup sugar ¾ cup milk 1 package instant yeast 5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 3 large white or yellow […]
How to Cook Green Beans Spaetzle Stir-Fried Brussel Sprouts
Serves: 10 Preparation time: 10 mins Cooking time: 30 mins Ingredients needed to make Green Beans Spaetzle Stir-Fried Brussel Sprouts: 2 lb green beans, trimmed and sliced into 1 ½’’ pieces 2 ½ cups all purpose flour 6 quarts water 5 eggs 2/3 cup milk ¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, plus more for serving ½ […]