Dumplings with plum jam - fasting

Dumplings with Plum Jam: A simple and flavorful delicacy, perfect for fasting days

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Dumplings with plum jam are a delicious and comforting dessert, ideal for fasting days, but also for those who want to enjoy a sweet snack without animal-derived ingredients. This simple recipe can be easily prepared even with little ones, turning cooking into a pleasant and educational activity. Let’s see how to prepare these dumplings with jam!

Necessary ingredients:
- 500 g potatoes
- 100 g flour
- 2 tablespoons oil (plus extra for greasing)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- A pinch of salt
- Breadcrumbs (for frying)
- Sugar (for sprinkling)
- Plum jam (about 200 g)

Step by step, here’s how to prepare dumplings with jam:

1. Boiling the potatoes: Wash the potatoes well and boil them in salted water. Boiling the potatoes with the skin will keep their flavor and texture, so do not peel them beforehand. Boil for 20-25 minutes, until soft.

2. Mashing the potatoes: After boiling, drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. When they are cool enough to handle, mash them with a fork or potato masher. It is important to achieve a smooth puree without lumps.

3. Preparing the mixture: Add to the potato puree a pinch of salt, the two tablespoons of sugar, oil, flour, and vanilla sugar. Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous composition. Let the mixture cool completely to form the dumplings.

4. Forming the dumplings: Grease your hands with a little oil to prevent the dough from sticking. Take a portion of the mixture and form a ball. Flatten it slightly and add a teaspoon of plum jam in the center. Close the ball, reshaping it into a round form. Continue this process until you finish all the mixture.

5. Boiling the dumplings: Put a large pot of water to boil. When the water starts to boil, reduce the heat to medium and carefully add the dumplings, 5-6 at a time, to avoid overcrowding. The dumplings are ready when they rise to the surface, which takes about 5-7 minutes.

6. Preparing the breadcrumbs: In a pan, heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and sauté lightly until golden. Turn off the heat and add sugar to taste, mixing well to combine the flavors.

7. Serving the dumplings: With a slotted spoon, remove the dumplings from the water and let them drain. Then roll them in the sautéed breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated. This step will give them a crispy texture and a perfectly balanced sweet taste.

The dumplings with jam are now ready! You can serve them warm, sprinkled with a little sugar, alongside a fragrant tea or fruit compote.

Possible variations: You can experiment with different fillings, using apricot jam or raspberry jam, to achieve a variety of flavors. You can also replace the oil with vegetable lard for a richer texture.

These dumplings are delicious and will surely delight both adults and children. Enjoy your meal!

 Ingredients: * 500 g potatoes* 100 g flour* 2 tablespoons of oil* 2 tablespoons of sugar* vanilla sugar* breadcrumbs* sugar* oil* a pinch of salt* plum jam (plum preserve)

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