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Classic German Maultaschen - Swabian stuffed pasta pockets filled with meat and spinach.

Homemade Maultaschen

Classic German Maultaschen, or Swabian stuffed pasta pockets, filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, spinach, onions, and herbs, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: European, German
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dough
  • 2 cups flour all-purpose or type 00 flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • as needed tablespoons water to adjust dough consistency
For the filling
  • 1 pound ground meat beef or a beef and pork mix
  • 1 cup cooked spinach squeezed dry
  • 1 medium onion cooked until soft
  • 1/4 cup parsley freshly chopped
  • 1 slice bread soaked in water and squeezed out OR breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg or to taste
For cooking
  • 8 cups broth or salted water for simmering

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Mix flour, salt, and eggs in a bowl. Add a splash of water only if it feels dry. Knead until smooth.
  2. Cover the dough and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
  1. Cook the onions in a pan until soft.
  2. Squeeze the cooked spinach to remove excess water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, spinach, cooked onions, parsley, egg, and seasonings. Add soaked bread (or breadcrumbs) and mix until well combined.
Assembly
  1. Roll the dough thinly on a lightly floured surface.
  2. Spoon filling into a line on the dough, leaving space around it.
  3. Fold the dough over, press out air pockets, and seal the edges. Cut into large rectangles or desired shapes.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot, bring broth or salted water to a gentle simmer.
  2. Cook the Maultaschen until they float and look set, about 10 to 15 minutes depending on size.
Optional Pan Frying
  1. After simmering, slice Maultaschen and pan fry in a little butter until golden.

Notes

Keep the dough covered while working to prevent drying. Test one pocket first to adjust seasoning. Maultaschen can be made vegetarian using spinach, mushrooms, and breadcrumbs.