carrot and potato dumplings question
My question is for potato and carrot dumplings as follows, what sort of binder would you recommend to make it more stable for frying or boiling? I've tried eggs myself, would you recommend flour? if so what kind of flour?
Best Answer
Add 1 TBSP of water to 1 TBSP of (AP) flour and mix to form a paste. Brush the edges with a thin layer of the mixture, which was what a chef on a TV cooking show recommended.
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Why do my potato dumplings fall apart?
If you use too much potato, the mixture might not bind properly and the dumplings may fall apart; if you use too little potato, the dumplings will be too heavy with flour and egg. It's wise to buy a few extra potatoes just in case. You will need a potato ricer, as a potato masher will not yield a fluffy enough result.Can you overcook potato dumplings?
Add the potatoes into a large pot, pour over cold water, salt the water. Cook the potatoes until fork-tender, don't overcook them.What are carrot dumplings?
An elegant vegetarian dumpling that uses carrots, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, and eggs to create a fresh, moist, and rich filling.What is a potato dumpling made of?
Potato dumplings are made with riced potatoes, potato starch, and eggs for binding. They are often topped with toasted breadcrumbs or stuffed with a toasted bread crouton.More answers regarding carrot and potato dumplings question
Answer 2
You want to squeeze out as much of the water from the carrots and oven dry the potatoes.To make them firmer for frying you could add some panko/homemade breadcrumbs. For simmering add a small amount of flour to the mix.
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