Hutterite Maultosche: Traditional Dumpling Soup Recipe
Introduction
Hutterite Maultosche are flavorful meat-filled dumplings simmered in a comforting broth with fresh vegetables. This traditional recipe offers a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wonton wrappers (about 40-50)
- 8 cups chicken broth or beef broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 parsnip, diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste (for soup)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Step 2: Lay out a wonton wrapper and place about a teaspoon of the meat filling in the center. Moisten the edges with water, then fold the wrapper into a triangle or rectangle and press edges firmly to seal. Repeat until all filling is used.
- Step 3: In a large pot, heat the chicken or beef broth and add sliced carrots, diced celery, and diced parsnip if using. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer.
- Step 4: Carefully drop the dumplings into the simmering broth in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the dumplings float and the filling is fully cooked.
- Step 5: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and serve hot. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Tips & Variations
- For a softer dough alternative, try using homemade pasta sheets instead of wonton wrappers.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika to the filling for a subtle smoky flavor.
- You can substitute ground pork or a mix of pork and beef for a different meat flavor.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
Storage
Store any leftover dumplings and broth separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm the broth and add the dumplings back in, cooking until heated through. Avoid freezing as dumplings may change texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the dumplings ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dumplings and freeze them uncooked on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag and cook directly from frozen by adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
What can I substitute for wonton wrappers?
If wonton wrappers are unavailable, thin square pasta sheets or homemade fresh pasta can be used as a substitute for the dumpling dough.
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Hutterite Maultosche: Traditional Dumpling Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
Hutterite Maultasche is a traditional German-inspired soup featuring savory meat-stuffed dumplings simmered in a flavorful broth with fresh vegetables and herbs. This comforting dish combines seasoned ground beef filling wrapped in wonton wrappers, cooked gently in broth alongside carrots, celery, parsnip, and parsley, making for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp Ground allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dumplings
- Wonton wrappers (about 40-50)
Broth and Vegetables
- 8 cups Chicken broth or beef broth
- 2 Carrots, sliced
- 2 Celery stalks, diced
- 1 Parsnip, diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup Chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Assemble the dumplings: Lay out a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Place approximately a teaspoon of the meat filling in the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water, then fold it into a triangle or rectangle shape, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Repeat this process until all the filling is used and the dumplings are formed.
- Simmer the broth and vegetables: In a large pot, bring the chicken or beef broth to a gentle simmer. Add the sliced carrots, diced celery, and diced parsnip if using. Let the vegetables cook until they are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the dumplings: Carefully drop the prepared dumplings into the simmering broth in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the dumplings float to the surface and the filling is fully cooked through.
- Finish and serve: Season the soup with additional salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley for brightness. Ladle the soup with dumplings into bowls, garnish with extra parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Wonton wrappers can typically be found in the refrigerated section of Asian grocery stores or some supermarkets.
- For a vegetarian variation, substitute ground beef with finely chopped mushrooms or a plant-based meat alternative and use vegetable broth.
- The parsnip is optional but adds a subtle sweetness and depth to the broth.
- Ensure the broth remains at a gentle simmer while cooking dumplings to prevent them from breaking apart.
- Leftover dumplings can be frozen before cooking; just increase cooking time slightly when simmering from frozen.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hutterite/German-inspired
Keywords: Hutterite Maultasche, meat dumplings, German soup, wonton dumplings, hearty soup, homemade dumplings
