Kopytka
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Vegetarian Polish

Kopytka

Tender Polish potato dumplings with lightly ridged edges, served with nutty browned butter, sage, and crisp toasted breadcrumbs. A simple, comforting main dish built from pantry staples.

60 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Put the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1 teaspoon of the salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, until a knife slides easily into the center.
2
Drain the potatoes thoroughly, return them to the warm pot, and let them steam-dry for 3 minutes. Mash until completely smooth, then spread on a tray and cool until barely warm, about 10 minutes.
3
Transfer the potatoes to a floured work surface. Add the flour, beaten egg, remaining salt, and pepper, and mix just until a soft dough forms; stop as soon as no dry flour remains.
4
Divide the dough into 4 pieces and roll each into a rope about 2 cm thick. Cut the ropes diagonally into 3 cm pieces, dusting lightly with flour as needed.
Diagonal pieces of potato dough ready to simmer as kopytka AI-generated image
5
Bring a wide pot of salted water to a gentle simmer. Cook the dumplings in 2 or 3 batches for 2 to 3 minutes after they rise to the surface, then lift them out with a slotted spoon and drain.
6
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sage and breadcrumbs and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring, until the butter smells nutty and the crumbs are golden. Add the drained dumplings, toss for 1 to 2 minutes to coat, and finish with Parmesan.
Finished kopytka tossed with browned butter, sage, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Dry potatoes create a soft, cohesive dough with enough structure to hold its shape, while a brief simmer keeps the dumplings delicate. Browned butter, sage, and breadcrumbs add contrasting nuttiness and crunch without overwhelming the potato.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate cooked kopytka in an airtight container for up to 3 days, tossing them with a little oil to prevent sticking. Uncooked shaped dumplings can be frozen on a floured tray, then transferred to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.

How to reheat it

Reheat refrigerated dumplings in a skillet with a splash of water and a little butter over medium-low heat until steaming hot, about 5 minutes. Cook frozen dumplings directly in simmering water without thawing, adding 1 to 2 minutes to the cooking time.

Nutrition / serving

597kcal
16.14 gprotein
87.37 gcarbs
20.32 gfat
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Published 17 Aug 2026 · updated 17 Aug 2026