I had this Leberknödelsuppe (Liver dumpling soup) many times growing up. It is usually found on a Franconian dinner table on Sundays or holidays

Liver dumpling soup, also known as “Leberknödelsuppe” in German, is a traditional dish made with liver dumplings cooked in a clear broth. The dumplings are typically made from minced liver, sometimes with pork or beef, bread crumbs, onions, herbs, and spices. The dumplings are formed into balls and then boiled in the broth. It’s a popular dish in Central European cuisine, especially in countries like Germany, Austria, and Czech Republic.

My mother had a Fleischwolf (meat grinder) to make the Leberknoedel back then, as you see on the picture below. You can use your food processor, but I highly recommend a Ninja mixer. 

Leberknödelsuppe, Liver dumpling soup

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January 7, 2019

by AngiesWeb

Cuisine German

Category European Cuisine Germany Northern Europe Recipes Soups

Ingredients

• ½ lb calves liver, cleaned (can be mixed with minced pork)
• 1 tbsp cream cheese
• 1 small onion
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• freshly ground pepper
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 4 cups beef broth (well seasoned)

Persons

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

It’s my mothers recipe, and a Franconian speciality. I use my Ninja mixer, but any food processor will also grind the liver.

Instructions

1. Combine liver and pork, cream cheese, onion, parsley, and seasonings and process until smooth.
2. Add the breadcrumbs and egg and process until well mixed.
3. Form dumplings, adding more bread crumbs (or flour) if needed, for dumplings to hold together.
4. Bring broth to boil.
5. Add dumplings and reduce heat to a simmer.
6. Dumplings will float to the top when ready

Notes

Keeps in the fridge for several days, and it probably even taste better the next day.

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Germany,

Leberknödelsuppe,

Leberknoedel,

Liver dumpling soup,

Soups

Calories

230

9.6%

Fat

6.4 g

9.2%

Saturated

2.3 g

10%

Carbs

21 g

7%

Protein

20 g

Fiber

1.6 g

4%

Sugar

3.4 g

Sodium

818 mg

34%

Trans fat

0.1 g

Cholesterol

233 mg

77%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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