Hungarian Nockerl

Delight your taste buds with Hungarian Nockerl, an easy-to-make traditional dumpling dish that perfectly captures the essence of Hungarian comfort food. Crafted with just a few pantry staples—flour, eggs, and milk—this versatile recipe creates soft, pillowy dumplings that are boiled to perfection and lightly tossed in rich, melted butter. Ready in under 30 minutes, Hungarian Nockerl is a quick yet satisfying side dish that pairs beautifully with hearty stews like goulash or can stand alone as a simple, rustic meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and bring a touch of Eastern European charm to your dining table. Perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings, this dish is as comforting as it is delicious. Keywords: Hungarian Nockerl recipe, traditional Hungarian dumplings, Hungarian side dish, quick dumpling recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully blended.

Step 3

Gradually pour the egg and milk mixture into the flour mixture, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula. The dough should be slightly sticky but hold its shape—if it’s too dry, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until the consistency is right.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Using a Nockerl maker, spaetzle press, or a colander with large holes, press or scrape small portions of the dough into the boiling water. If you don’t have specialized equipment, you can use a spoon to drop small, irregular pieces into the water.

Step 6

Allow the dumplings to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Once floating, let them cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked dumplings to a bowl.

Step 8

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked Nockerl to the skillet and gently toss in the butter until evenly coated.

Step 9

Serve the Nockerl warm as a side dish or topped with freshly chopped parsley for garnish. Pair with a hearty stew, such as Hungarian goulash, for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	497.2 grams (497.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1300

Total Fat 38.80g	50%
Saturated Fat 18.50g	93%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 452mg	151%
Sodium 2699mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 189.60g	69%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 6.90g
Protein 41.60g	83%

Vitamin D 140IU	701%
Calcium 247mg	19%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 590mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 59.5%