Hafalaab
Hafalaab is a traditional Liechtensteiner dish, often described as a soup or broth containing dumplings made from wheat and cornmeal, flavored with smoked bacon or ham. It's considered a 'poor man's dish' that has become a specialty.
🧂 Ingredients
- 150 g Wheat flour
- 100 g Cornmeal
- 2 large Eggs
- 100 ml Milk
- 1 tsp Salt
- 150 g Smoked bacon or ham(diced)
- 1 medium Onion(chopped)
- 2 medium Carrots(diced)
- 1 medium Leeks(sliced)
- 1.5 L Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp Butter
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the dumplings: In a bowl, combine wheat flour, cornmeal, eggs, milk, and salt. Mix until a smooth, thick dough forms.
💡 Tip: The dough should be firm enough to shape but not too dry. - 2
Roll the dough into small, bite-sized dumplings or cut into small pieces.
💡 Tip: You can also use a gnocchi board or fork to create ridges. - 3
In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced bacon or ham and cook until slightly browned.
- 4
Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and sliced leeks to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- 5
Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Add the prepared dumplings to the simmering broth.
💡 Tip: Cook the dumplings until they float to the surface and are cooked through. - 6
Simmer for another 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the dumplings are cooked through; they should float to the surface.
- ✓Adjust the amount of liquid for a thinner or thicker soup.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other root vegetables like parsnips or potatoes.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon/ham and use vegetable broth.