Brazilian recipe
Simple Dumpling Recipe (Nhoque)
This straightforward dumpling recipe is a comfort food classic, cherished for its ease of preparation and the savoury depth imparted by the chicken stock.
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Ingredients
3 cups milk
2 chicken stock cubes
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Salt to taste
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 chicken stock cubes
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Salt to taste
3 cups all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients at local supermarkets in Port Moresby or town markets. If chicken stock cubes are unavailable, you can substitute them with chicken-flavoured bouillon powder.
Preparation method
- Dissolve the chicken stock cubes in the milk in a saucepan.
- Add the mayonnaise, parsley, and salt.
- Place the mixture over heat until it reaches a boil and the mayonnaise has melted completely.
- Remove the pan from the heat and add the flour all at once.
- Mix quickly so the dough becomes homogeneous and free of lumps.
- Return the dough to low heat and stir for one or two minutes.
- Turn off the heat and allow the dough to cool until lukewarm.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface.
- Roll the dough into ropes with your hands.
- Cut the ropes into the traditional dumpling shape.
- Cook the pieces in a pot of boiling salted water.
- Remove the dumplings as soon as they float to the water's surface.
- Drain well and serve accompanied by the sauce of your choice.
Observations
A simple and effective recipe for those wanting to prepare fresh pasta without any fuss. The secret lies in folding in the flour quickly to ensure a consistent, light texture.
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