This German Cabbage and Dumplings dish—often called Kraut und Spätzle or a variation of Haluski—is a classic European comfort food. The handmade dumplings are dense and chewy, creating the perfect contrast to the buttery, tender cabbage. Simmering the cabbage in stock and butter forms a rich pan sauce that coats every bite, while thyme and black pepper add the earthy warmth found in traditional German home cooking.
German Cabbage and Dumplings
Ingredients
Ingredient Amount
Dumplings
All-purpose flour 1 cup
Eggs, whisked (room temperature) 2 large
Milk (as needed) 1–3 tbsp
Dried thyme or parsley 1 tsp
Black pepper ¾ tsp
Salt ½ tsp
Baking powder (optional) ½ tsp
Baking soda (optional) ¼ tsp
Cabbage
Cabbage, chopped into large chunks 1 medium
Unsalted butter, divided 4 tbsp
Onion, roughly chopped 1 large
Vegetable or chicken stock ¼ cup
Garlic powder ½ tsp
Kosher salt and black pepper To taste
Fresh parsley (for garnish) 1 tbsp
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