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.
Servings 2 people
Ingredients
- 6 slices bread dumplings
- 3 medium eggs
- ⅓ stick unsalted butter
- salt
- green parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Cube 6 slices bread dumplings into 1-inch pieces.
- 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.
- Add 3 medium eggs, season with salt and gently stir in until creamy, do not overcook them. Set the pan aside and serve.
Notes
- 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.