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Knedlíky s vajíčkem – Dumplings with Eggs

If you have leftover bread dumplings in your fridge, this easy Czech recipe is perfect for you! Knedlíky s vejci, also known as dumplings with eggs, make a great lunch, a quick family dinner, or a warm breakfast.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 people
Cuisine: Czech

Ingredients

  • 6 lices bread dumplings
  • 3 medium eggs
  • ⅓ tick unsalted butter
  • salt
  • green parsley to garnish

Instructions

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  1. Cube 6 slices bread dumplings into 1-inch pieces.
  2. In a pan, melt ⅓ stick unsalted butter over medium heat. Throw in dumplings and fry until golden. Stir occasionally that the dumplings get a nice golden crust from all sides.
  3. Add 3 medium eggs, season with salt and gently stir in until creamy, do not overcook them. Set the pan aside and serve.

Notes

  • Possible twists on this recipe:
  • The basic recipe makes 2 yields.
  • "Knedlíky s vajíčkem" are served warm, commonly with pickles. Garnish the meal with some green parsley if you have one.
  • Finely chopped onion fried with cubed dumplings.
  • You can add some diced bacon, speck, or deli sausages for fancy.
  • Use potato dumplings instead of bread dumplings.