Best German Cabbage and Dumplings

August 9, 2025 by admin

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**For the dumplings:**

* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 tablespoon baking powder
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 2 large eggs
* ¾ cup milk (add more if needed)

## Instructions

### 1. Sauté the cabbage

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden. Add the cabbage, salt, pepper, and caraway seeds (if using). Stir well and cook for 5–7 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften.

### 2. Add broth and simmer

Pour in the broth, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and flavorful.

### 3. Prepare the dumpling dough

While the cabbage simmers, mix the dumpling ingredients in a bowl: flour, baking powder, salt, eggs, and milk. Stir until just combined — the dough will be sticky but thick.

### 4. Add dumplings to the pot

Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) directly on top of the simmering cabbage. Cover the pot tightly and let cook for 12–15 minutes without lifting the lid — the steam cooks the dumplings perfectly!

### 5. Serve hot

Once dumplings are puffed and cooked through, give everything a gentle stir and serve hot. Add a little extra butter on top for richness, or garnish with chopped parsley.

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## Serving Suggestions

* Serve as a main dish with crusty bread or smoked sausage on the side.
* Makes a great side dish for pork chops, bratwurst, or roast chicken.
* Leftovers reheat beautifully the next day!

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## Final Thoughts

This **German Cabbage and Dumplings** recipe is the kind of dish that feels like it’s been passed down through generations — hearty, humble, and made with love. Whether you grew up eating it or are trying it for the first time, it brings the comforting taste of tradition to your table with every bite.

So grab a big pot, chop that cabbage, and let the aroma of Old World cooking fill your kitchen. You’re in for a truly satisfying meal.

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Want a vegetarian version or tips for freezing leftovers? Just ask — I’m happy to help!