Go Back
–+ servings
Traditional German Dumpling Soup

Comforting Traditional German Dumpling Soup for Family Nights

Enjoy a bowl of Traditional German Dumpling Soup, a heartwarming dish that brings families together with its savory dumplings and nourishing broth.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dumplings
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Ground chuck is ideal for added flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko preferred for lighter texture.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can substitute plant-based milk.
  • 1 large Egg For binding; use flaxseed mixture for vegan.
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Optional, adds warmth.
  • 1/4 tsp Allspice Optional, enhances flavor.
  • 12 pieces Wonton Wrappers Fresh or frozen, rice paper for gluten-free.
For the Soup Base
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian.
  • 1 cup Carrots Chopped.
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • large pot
  • Cooking spoon

Method
 

Prepare Meat Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onions, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, and a pinch of nutmeg and allspice. Mix until well incorporated, about 3-5 minutes.
Assemble Dumplings
  1. Lay out a wonton wrapper, place about a teaspoon of meat filling in the center, moisten edges with water, fold to seal, ensuring no air pockets.
Make the Soup Base
  1. In a large pot, pour in the chicken or vegetable broth over medium-high heat. Add chopped carrots and celery, simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
Cook Dumplings
  1. Drop assembled dumplings into the broth in batches, cooking for 8-10 minutes until they float and are fully cooked.
Season and Serve
  1. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with finely chopped mushrooms or tofu and vegetable broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!