Swabian Maultaschen in Clear Broth

Swabian Maultaschen in Clear Broth

Classic DishMaultaschen

Prep: 30 min • Cook: 20 min. Traditional Maultaschen served piping hot in a rich, clear beef or vegetable broth, garnished with chives. A comforting and authentic Swabian classic.

Preparation time
30 min
Cooking time
20 min
Total time
50 min
Servings
4

Instructions

Prepare the Broth

  1. 1In a large pot, combine the beef broth (or vegetable broth), onion, carrots, celery, bay leaf, and peppercorns.
  2. 2Bring the broth to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it gently simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. 3Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot, discarding the solids. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep the broth warm.

Cook the Maultaschen

  1. 1Bring the strained broth back to a gentle simmer.
  2. 2Carefully add the maultaschen to the simmering broth. Ensure they are fully submerged.
  3. 3Cook the maultaschen according to package directions, or until they float to the surface and are heated through, typically 5-10 minutes.

Serve

  1. 1Ladle the hot broth into individual serving bowls.
  2. 2Gently place 2-3 maultaschen into each bowl of broth.
  3. 3Garnish generously with freshly chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories
250 kcal
Protein
15 g
Fat
10 g
Carbs
25 g
NutrientPer serving
Calories250 kcal
Protein15 g
Fat10 g
Carbs25 g

Tips

  • If making maultaschen from scratch, prepare the filling with minced meat, spinach, breadcrumbs, and spices for authentic flavor.
  • Avoid boiling the broth vigorously once the maultaschen are added, as this can cause them to break apart.
  • For a heartier meal, consider adding some sliced cooked sausages or a dollop of sour cream to the broth.

By Chef Michael Ilin