Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon
Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon pairs pillowy, sliceable bread dumplings with tangy, lightly thickened sauerkraut laced with caraway and crispy bacon. The contrast of tender dumpling crumb and bright, briny cabbage is comforting and balanced, ideal for a hearty weekend dinner or a cold-weather family meal.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 36
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 35
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sugar together in a large bowl; make a well in the center.
- 2
Pour 1 cup milk and the eggs into the well; stir to combine, adding more milk to create a moist, batter-like dough, not like pancake batter. Beat the dough for at least 200 strokes with a sturdy wooden spoon, rolling it over and over in the bowl until smooth and an occasional bubble appears on the surface. Add the bread cubes; stir them into the dough until they are no longer visible.
- 3
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the dough on a cheesecloth or white cotton cloth; shape it into a loaf. Wrap the cloth around the loaf; tie the ends.
- 4
Place the loaf into the boiling water; cook for 45 minutes, flipping the loaf halfway through. Remove the loaf from the water, unwrap it, and cover with a tea towel; let stand for 10 minutes.
- 5
Cook the bacon in a small skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Reserve the drippings.
- 6
Add the sauerkraut to a saucepan with enough water to cover the surface; bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the bacon; season with caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper. Whisk water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into the sauerkraut. Simmer for about 3 minutes.
- 7
Slice the dumpling loaf. Drizzle the servings with the reserved drippings; serve with the sauerkraut.
- Calories 372.14 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 13.42 g Good Source 27%
- Carbohydrate 68.2 g 25%
- Total Fat 3.53 g Low Source 5%
- Saturated Fat 1.19 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.02 g High --
- Cholesterol 89.46 mg High 30%
- Sodium 700.29 mg High 30%
- Dietary Fiber 4.74 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 5.89 g --
- Added Sugars 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 111.05 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 4.19 mg Good Source 23%
- Potassium 221.5 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 50.71 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 8.62 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin D 0.92 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
About This Recipe
Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon is made with 13 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Bacon Bits, Baking Powder, and Baking Soda. Each serving provides about 372.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Bacon Bits, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Caraway Seed. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon?
- About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 45 mins to prepare and 55 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 372.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon healthy?
- Czech Knedlíky with Caraway Sauerkraut (Zeli) and Bacon has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 372.14 calories and 13.42 g of protein, or 27% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 700.29 mg (30% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.19 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Corn, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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