Slovenian Rolled Dumplings recipe
Slovenian Rolled Dumplings are traditional dish cooked from dough filled with spinach and cottage cheese prepared in a different way.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 tbsp oil
- Pinch of salt
- ½ tsp vinegar or lemon juice
For the Spinach & Cottage Cheese Filling
- 100 g precooked (well drained and smashed spinach leaves)
- 200 g cottage cheese
- 100 g sour cream
- 1 egg
- 50 g semolina or bread crumbs
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Prepare a soft, elastic dough using flour, egg, water, and a small amount of oil. Knead until smooth, then let it rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling. For a full step-by-step dough guide, see our Štruklji Recipe (Complete Guide).
Prepare the Filling
- In a large bowl add all ingredients and mix together and let them aside for about 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine spinach, cottage cheese, egg, sour cream, semolina (or breadcrumbs), and seasoning. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the dough to a floury flat surface and stretch the dough to a thin sheet then spread the filling. Roll it in a roll then cut it into small pieces with a knife.
- Spread the mixture evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully roll the dough into a tight log, sealing the edges to keep the filling inside.
- Place a pot with water over a medium heat and add salt. When it starts boiling add the rolled dumplings.
- Then reduce the temperature and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Let rest briefly, then slice into pieces and serve warm with your preferred toppings.
- When ready sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley on top.
Notes
Pro Tip: The most important step is removing excess moisture from the spinach—this ensures the filling stays creamy instead of soggy.