Delicious Homemade Beef and Herb Dumplings

These beef and herb dumplings are a comforting and flavorful dish, combining savory beef with fresh herbs wrapped in a tender dumpling dough. They make for an excellent appetizer, snack, or even a main course when paired with a broth or stew. This dish, with its warming and hearty nature, is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home.

Ingredients:

# Dough
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup warm water
– 1 egg

# Filling
– 1/2 pound ground beef
– 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

Making the Dough:

1. Mixing the dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and warm water. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
2. Kneading: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a clean towel and let it rest for about 30 minutes.

Preparing the Filling:

1. Combining the ingredients: In a bowl, mix the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Portioning the filling: Divide the filling mixture into small, equal portions, about a teaspoon each.

Assembling the Dumplings:

1. Rolling out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter or glass (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough.
2. Filling the dumplings: Place a portion of the filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.
3. Cooking the dumplings: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add the dumplings to the boiling water and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until they float to the surface and are fully cooked. Remove them with a slotted spoon.

Serving:

1. Plating the dumplings: Serve the dumplings hot, garnished with extra chopped parsley or dill if desired. They can be enjoyed on their own, with a dipping sauce, or served in a broth or stew.

Enjoy your homemade beef and herb dumplings, a delightful and succulent dish perfect for any occasion!