Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 ounce

dry yeast

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

sugar

0.5 cup

warm water

1 unit

egg

1.75 cup

flour

2 cup

diced potatoes

diced

0.5 cup

diced onion

diced

1 tbsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

0.5 cup

vegetable oil

Step 1
~4 min

Combine yeast, salt, sugar, water, egg, and flour to make dough.

Step 2
~4 min

Divide the dough into small balls.

Step 3
~4 min

Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Roll each dough ball to about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 5
~4 min

Spread each flattened dough with warm vegetable oil.

Step 6
~4 min

Let the dough rest for a few minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Stretch the dough paper thin.

Step 8
~4 min

Once the dough is stretched, roll it up tightly.

Step 9
~4 min

Cut the rolled dough into 3 inch lengths to form strudels.

Step 10
~4 min

Coat a roaster or heavy pan with shortening or oil.

Step 11
~4 min

Add diced potatoes and onions to the pan.

Step 12
~4 min

Season the potatoes and onions with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~4 min

Add water to cover the potatoes and bring to a boil.

Step 14
~4 min

Once water is boiling, lay strudels on top of potatoes in two layers.

Step 15
~4 min

Ensure water nearly covers the strudels.

Step 16
~4 min

Cover the pan tightly with a lid.

Step 17
~4 min

Cook over low heat for 30 to 35 minutes, or until you can hear a slight frying noise in the pan.

Step 18
~4 min

Serve hot and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure the lid fits tightly to ensure proper steaming.

Don't peek while cooking or the strudels may not rise properly.

Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a main course with a side salad.

Serve as a side dish with grilled sausages.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sauerkraut
German Sausages

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional German comfort food, often served during family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Oktoberfest

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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