Best 5 Liver Dumpling Soup Recipes

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Liver dumpling soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. Its origins can be traced back to Germany, where it is known as Leberspätzlesuppe. It is typically made with a broth that is flavored with vegetables, herbs, and spices, and then filled with dumplings made from liver, bread crumbs, and eggs. The dumplings are usually cooked in the broth, but they can also be fried or baked. This versatile dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover liver, and it is also a good source of protein and iron.

This article provides three different recipes for liver dumpling soup. The first recipe is for a classic liver dumpling soup that is made with a beef broth. The second recipe is for a chicken liver dumpling soup that is made with a chicken broth. And the third recipe is for a vegetarian liver dumpling soup that is made with a vegetable broth. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, as well as a list of ingredients and nutritional information.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN LIVER DUMPLING SOUP I (LEBERKLOSSE)



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Make and share this Chicken Liver Dumpling Soup I (Leberklosse) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by papergoddess

Categories     Beef Organ Meats

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb chicken liver, parboiled for 5 minutes
2 slices white bread, torn into crumbs
2 eggs, separated
1/4 cup soft butter
2 teaspoons chopped onions
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons flour
4 cups beef stock
1 teaspoon parsley

Steps:

  • Chop parboiled chicken livers very fine.
  • Combine with bread, egg yolks, butter, parsley, salt, pepper, and flour.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff; fold into meat mixture.
  • Shape into 1 1/2 inch meatballs.
  • Drop them into gently boiling stock.
  • Simmer 6-8 minutes.
  • Add additional parsley to stock for garnish.

BEEF LIVER DUMPLING SOUP II (LEBERKLOSSE)



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Leberklosse, or Liver Dumplings make a wonderful soup to serve with your German or Austrian style dinner. Posted in reply to a request.

Provided by papergoddess

Categories     Beef Organ Meats

Time 15m

Yield 4 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 lb liver sausage
1 egg whites or 1 egg yolk
1/2 cup cracker crumb
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or 1 tablespoon chives
1 tablespoon catsup (optional)
3 cups beef stock
1/2 teaspoon parsley

Steps:

  • Shape mixture into 1 inch meatballs.
  • Drop into gently simmering stock.
  • Simmer 5-6 minutes.
  • Add parsley for garnish.

LEBERKNöDELSUPPE (BAVARIAN LIVER DUMPLING SOUP)



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This is a traditional German recipe from the Bavarian region. You may substitute the beef liver with lamb or pork liver since the recipe I found says those have milder flavors.

Provided by Scarlett516

Categories     German

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 day-old bread rolls (i.e., Kaiser roll would work well)
1/8 liter lukewarm milk (about 6 ounces, or 3/4 cup)
2 eggs, beaten
1 onion, finely chopped
400 g trimmed and finely ground cow's liver (a little less than a pound)
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 pinch dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon of zested lemon peel
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
about 1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs
3/4 liter beef broth (750 ml, or about 24 ounces)

Steps:

  • Tear the day-old rolls into small pieces, and soak in a bit of cold water.
  • Squeeze out the water, then put the bread into a bowl. Add the milk and allow the bread to soak it up.
  • Beat the eggs, the pour over the milk.
  • Add the onion, liver, parsley, marjoram, lemon zest, salt, pepper and breadcrumbs.
  • Mix together well and knead until it forms a pliable dough. (You may need to add some plain bread crumbs.).
  • Form 12 walnut-sized dumplings.
  • Bring about 1.5 liters (50 ounces) of salted water to a boil.
  • Gently add the dumplings and simmer for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  • While the dumplings are simmering, heat the beef broth and keep warm.
  • Pour the broth into bowls and add dumplings to each serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

LIVER DUMPLING SOUP



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This is my grandmother's recipe, Mrs. Burgkoffer ,who was born in Germany. My dad did not like this soup , but my grand father loved it.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb chicken livers
1 c all purpose flour
1/2 lb buttery crackers , about 40 crackers
1/2 tsp parsley flakes
1 medium onion
3 large eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 tsp salt
2 qt chicken broth, low salt

Steps:

  • 1. Put livers, onion and crackers through food grinder. Add beaten eggs, flour, salt, parsley and pinch of pepper, and mix well. Drop by teaspoon into 2 quarts of boiling chicken broth and simmer for 30 minutes. Note: If you drop them in the broth and it doesn't stay together, add a few more cracker crumbs.

GRANDMA HELEN'S LIVER DUMPLING SOUP



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As I was growing up my grandma Helen would often make Liver Dumpling Soup. As a kid I always turned my nose up to this soup so Grandma always made me my own batch of egg dumpling soup. Now that I'm older I have acquired the taste of my Czech/Moravian/Bohemian heritage. These are wonderful and so worth a try! I dug out an old...

Provided by Lori Borgmann

Categories     Other Soups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 lb raw beef liver
1 small onion finely chopped
1 Tbsp butter
2 garlic sections crushed
salt and pepper to taste
3 large eggs
finely crushed cracker crumbs
3 qt beef soup broth

Steps:

  • 1. Grind the beef liver and take out all of the veins. Put ground liver in a bowl and add finely cut up onion which was sautéed in the butter just until translucent. Add garlic, salt, pepper, eggs and enough cracker crumbs to form a medium dough. Drop by teaspoon full into rapidly boiling soup broth.
  • 2. This soup is prepared like a noodle soup only the liver dumplings are used in place of the noodles. Do not overcook! A true dumpling is never the same shape or size! The Bohemian term for dumplings is "Knedliky". Pronounced ka-ned-lick-ee.

Tips:

  • Choose the right liver: Beef liver is the most commonly used liver for dumpling soup, but you can also use pork or chicken liver. Make sure the liver is fresh and free of any blemishes.
  • Soak the liver: Soaking the liver in milk or water for at least 30 minutes helps to remove any impurities and mellows the flavor.
  • Cook the liver properly: Overcooking the liver will make it tough and dry. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to your dumpling soup, such as carrots, celery, potatoes, or peas.
  • Make sure the dumplings are cooked through: Drop the dumplings into the boiling soup and cook them for about 10 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the soup hot: Liver dumpling soup is best served hot, with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Liver dumpling soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover liver. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is a great option for both beginner and experienced cooks. So next time you are looking for a delicious and comforting soup, give liver dumpling soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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