Maultaschen (German Meat-Filled Pasta Dumplings)

Name: Maultaschen (German Meat-Filled Pasta Dumplings)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb spinach (fresh or frozen); 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons oil; 1/2 medium onion, minced; 1 cup ground beef; 3 -4 slices good quality bread, soaked in; milk or water; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; salt & pepper, to taste; 3 -4 eggs, beaten; 1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers (I prefer the round ones but square will work); 1 egg, beaten with a little; water

Servings: persons

1 lb spinach (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons oil
1/2 medium onion, minced
1 cup ground beef
3 -4 slices good quality bread, soaked in
milk or water
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
salt & pepper, to taste
3 -4 eggs, beaten
1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers (I prefer the round ones but square will work)
1 egg, beaten with a little
water

1
If using fresh spinach, bring a pot of water to a boil.
2
Drop in the spinach and blanch for 1-2 minutes. Drain in a colander and squeeze as much liquid out as possible.
3
If using frozen spinach, simply thaw and squeeze out the liquid in a colander.
4
Chop finely.
5
Heat the butter or oil in a saute pan and saute the onions over medium heat till translucent.
6
Add the ground beef and saute till just cooked through.
7
Drain excess oil and allow to cool.
8
Mix the spinach and ground beef mixture together in a bowl.
9
Drain the bread and squeeze dry.
10
Crumble in the bread, mix well, and season to taste with nutmeg and salt and pepper.
11
Add 3-4 eggs and mix or knead to form a paste.
12
Add 1-2 tsps of the stuffing to each wonton wrapper, moisten the edges with a little of the egg-water mixture, and fold in half.
13
Press down on edges to seal.
14
Cook for 8-10 minutes in rapidly boiling, salted water.
15
Drain and serve with a little beef or chicken broth, in soups, or topped with bread crumbs toasted in melted butter.
16
VARIATIONS:
17
Use different types of bread for different flavors: rye, whole wheat, or stale rolls.
18
Substitute ground chicken or lamb for the ground beef. A.
19
Add a little minced ham or sausages for extra flavor.
20
Krautermaultaschen (Herb maultaschen): substitute 1 bunch minced parsley and 1 bunch minced chives or scallions for half the spinach.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb spinach (fresh or frozen), 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 medium onion, minced, 1 cup ground beef, and more.

Yes, Maultaschen (German Meat-Filled Pasta Dumplings) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!